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
The shift into October brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C). Mediapolis's October nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C).Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.Rainfall
In Mediapolis, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.4 rainfall days, and 21.81" (554mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Mediapolis, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Mediapolis, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.5 days and aggregates up to 9.57" (243mm) of snow.Daylight
In Mediapolis, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.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 7:35 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Mediapolis, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Mediapolis in October?
What is the least humid month?
What is the average humidity in October?
How many days does it rain in October?
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What is the average length of the day in October?
When are sunrise and sunset in October?
How long on average sun shines in October?
What is the UV index reading in October?
Average temperature in October
Mediapolis, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 61.7°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 (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 45.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).
Average pressure in October
Mediapolis, IA
- Average pressure in October: 30.01"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
Mediapolis, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Mediapolis, IA
- Average humidity in October: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Mediapolis, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 1.85"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.87").
Average rainfall days in October
Mediapolis, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).
Average snowfall in October
Mediapolis, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Mediapolis, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mediapolis, 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Mediapolis, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Mediapolis, IA
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Mediapolis, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Mediapolis, 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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