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 arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C) to a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C). During the month of October, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 43.9°F (6.6°C).Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 73%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout October, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mechanicsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.9 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Mechanicsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 44 days and aggregates up to 18.35" (466mm) of snow.Daylight
In Mechanicsville, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average October temperature?
What is the least humid month?
What is the average humidity in October in Mechanicsville?
How many days does it rain in October?
When does it start to snow?
What is the average length of the day in October in Mechanicsville?
When is the sunrise / sunset in October?
How long on average sun shines in October?
How high is the UV index in October?
Average temperature in October
Mechanicsville, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 59.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 43.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Mechanicsville, IA
- Average pressure in October: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Mechanicsville, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in October
Mechanicsville, IA
- Average humidity in October: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in October
Mechanicsville, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").
Average rainfall days in October
Mechanicsville, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Mechanicsville, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.59"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Mechanicsville, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mechanicsville, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Mechanicsville, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).
Average UV index in October
Mechanicsville, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Mechanicsville, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in October
Mechanicsville, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).
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