October weather forecast
Montrose, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Montrose, Iowa, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.1°F (17.3°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

October's arrival brings a noticeable temperature shift, dropping from a moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C). Montrose throughout October, records an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout October, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Montrose, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.8 days and collects up to 30.98" (787mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Montrose, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.7 days and aggregates up to 14.88" (378mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of October, in Montrose, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C) and a low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Montrose, during October, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Montrose have in October?

In Montrose, Iowa, the average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Montrose have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Montrose, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Montrose, IA

Average temperature in October - Montrose, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Montrose, IA

Average pressure in October - Montrose, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Montrose, IA

Average wind speed in October - Montrose, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Montrose, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Montrose, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

Average rainfall days in October
Montrose, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Montrose, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Montrose, IA

Average snowfall in October - Montrose, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Montrose, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Montrose, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Montrose, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Montrose, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Montrose, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Montrose, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Montrose, IA

Average UV index in October - Montrose, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Montrose, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Montrose, 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, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Montrose, IA

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

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

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