October weather forecast
Massena, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Massena, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 60.3°F (15.7°C).

Temperature

October's arrival signals a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, falling from September's warm 74.8°F (23.8°C) to a moderate 60.3°F (15.7°C). Throughout the nights in October, Massena experiences an average low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout October, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Massena, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.2 days and collects up to 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation.

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 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Massena, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.5 days and aggregates up to 15.71" (399mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Massena, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Massena is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Massena, is 60.3°F (15.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Massena, the average relative humidity in October is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Massena, in October, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Massena have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in Massena, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Massena, IA

Average temperature in October - Massena, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Massena, IA

Average pressure in October - Massena, 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
Massena, IA

Average wind speed in October - Massena, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Massena, IA

Average humidity in October - Massena, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Massena, IA

Average rainfall in October - Massena, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in October
Massena, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Massena, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Massena, IA

Average snowfall in October - Massena, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Massena, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Massena, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Massena, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Massena, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Massena, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Massena, IA

Average UV index in October - Massena, 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
Massena, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Massena, 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 September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Massena, IA

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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