October weather forecast
Matlock, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Matlock, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average high of 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of October witnesses a clear shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from a moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C) in September to a moderate 57.6°F (14.2°C). In the month of October, Matlock witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Matlock, during October, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128.1 rainfall days, and 24.17" (614mm) 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 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.8 snowfall days, and 19.21" (488mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of October, in Matlock, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Matlock, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In Matlock, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

Matlock in October has an average high-temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 68%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout October, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Matlock, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading 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 cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Matlock, IA

Average temperature in October - Matlock, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Matlock, IA

Average pressure in October - Matlock, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Matlock, IA

Average wind speed in October - Matlock, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Matlock, IA

Average humidity in October - Matlock, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in October
Matlock, IA

Average rainfall in October - Matlock, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in October
Matlock, IA

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

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Matlock, IA

Average snowfall in October - Matlock, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Matlock, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Matlock, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Matlock, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Matlock, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Matlock, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Matlock, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Matlock, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Matlock, IA

Average visibility in October - Matlock, 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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