October weather forecast
McGregor, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in McGregor, Iowa, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 57.7°F (14.3°C) and min 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

McGregor's weather in October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from September's agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C) to a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C). McGregor's nighttime temperature during October is consistently averaged at an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In McGregor, in October, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In McGregor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.7 days and collects up to 22.56" (573mm) 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 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in McGregor, there are 44.5 snowfall days, and 15.47" (393mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

October temperatures in McGregor vary between a high-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C) and a low-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, in McGregor, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout October, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in McGregor?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in McGregor?

In McGregor, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in McGregor?

In McGregor, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
McGregor, IA

Average temperature in October - McGregor, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in October
McGregor, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
McGregor, IA

Average wind speed in October - McGregor, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in October
McGregor, IA

Average humidity in October - McGregor, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in October
McGregor, IA

Average rainfall in October - McGregor, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in October
McGregor, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
McGregor, IA

Average snowfall in October - McGregor, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
McGregor, IA

Average snowfall days in October - McGregor, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - McGregor, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
McGregor, IA

Average sunshine days in October - McGregor, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in October
McGregor, IA

Average UV index in October - McGregor, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
McGregor, IA

Average cloud cover in October - McGregor, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
McGregor, IA

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

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

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