Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
October's onset witnesses a marked shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C) in September to a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C). The average low-temperature during October nights is a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Mason City, in October, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.9 rainfall days, and 28.82" (732mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Mason City, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.2 days and aggregates up to 26.26" (667mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Mason City is 5.5h.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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during October morphs into the following directions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Average temperature in October
Mason City, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 57.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 42.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).
Average pressure in October
Mason City, IA
- Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Mason City, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Mason City, IA
- Average humidity in October: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Mason City, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").
Average rainfall days in October
Mason City, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Mason City, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Mason City, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mason City, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Mason City, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).
Average UV index in October
Mason City, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Mason City, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in October
Mason City, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and December (5mi).
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