October weather forecast
Maloy, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Maloy, Iowa, is another enjoyable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 44.6°F (7°C) and an average high of 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

In Maloy, the average high-temperature in October drops, from a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C) in September, to a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C). Nighttime temperatures in October average to a chilly 44.6°F (7°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Maloy, in October, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Maloy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.9 days and collects up to 22.6" (574mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Maloy, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.7 days and aggregates up to 11.85" (301mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Maloy, Iowa, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in October leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Maloy, in October, the average high-temperature is 61.5°F (16.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.6°F (7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Maloy, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Maloy, in October, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Maloy have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Maloy have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Maloy, IA

Average temperature in October - Maloy, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Maloy, IA

Average pressure in October - Maloy, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Maloy, IA

Average wind speed in October - Maloy, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Maloy, IA

Average humidity in October - Maloy, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Maloy, IA

Average rainfall in October - Maloy, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in October
Maloy, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Maloy, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Maloy, IA

Average snowfall in October - Maloy, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Maloy, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Maloy, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Maloy, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Maloy, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Maloy, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Maloy, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Maloy, IA

Average UV index in October - Maloy, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Maloy, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Maloy, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Maloy, IA

Average visibility in October - Maloy, IA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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