October weather forecast
Martensdale, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Martensdale, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 60.8°F (16°C) and min 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

In Martensdale, the average high-temperature in October drops, from a warm 75.7°F (24.3°C) in September, to a refreshing 60.8°F (16°C). In Martensdale, the average low-temperature during the month of October is a chilly 44.6°F (7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, in Martensdale, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout October, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.9 rainfall days, and 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.9 snowfall days, and 10.12" (257mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Martensdale, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In Martensdale, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature, in October, in Martensdale, is 60.8°F (16°C), while the low-temperature averages to 44.6°F (7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout October, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows in Martensdale. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Martensdale have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Martensdale, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Martensdale, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Martensdale, IA

Average pressure in October - Martensdale, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Martensdale, IA

Average wind speed in October - Martensdale, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Martensdale, IA

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

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

Average rainfall in October
Martensdale, IA

Average rainfall in October - Martensdale, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Martensdale, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Martensdale, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Martensdale, IA

Average snowfall in October - Martensdale, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Martensdale, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Martensdale, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Martensdale, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Martensdale, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in October
Martensdale, IA

Average UV index in October - Martensdale, 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
Martensdale, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Martensdale, IA

Average visibility in October - Martensdale, 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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