October weather forecast
Mitchellville, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Mitchellville, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.3°F (15.7°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

Mitchellville experiences a noticeable temperature shift with the start of October, with average high-temperatures moving from a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to a mild 60.3°F (15.7°C). During October, the nighttime temperature averages of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Mitchellville, during October, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 79 rainfall days, and 5.94" (151mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22 snowfall days, and 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Mitchellville, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

In Mitchellville, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

Mitchellville in October has an average high-temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Mitchellville?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Mitchellville?

In October, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October in Mitchellville?

In October, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout October, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mitchellville have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Mitchellville, IA

Average temperature in October - Mitchellville, 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 (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.4°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 (14.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Mitchellville, IA

Average pressure in October - Mitchellville, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Mitchellville, IA

Average wind speed in October - Mitchellville, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Mitchellville, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Mitchellville, IA

Average rainfall in October - Mitchellville, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.98").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Mitchellville, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Mitchellville, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mitchellville, IA

Average snowfall in October - Mitchellville, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mitchellville, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Mitchellville, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mitchellville, 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 4min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mitchellville, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Mitchellville, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Mitchellville, IA

Average UV index in October - Mitchellville, 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
Mitchellville, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Mitchellville, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Mitchellville, IA

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

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

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