October weather forecast
Moorland, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Moorland, Iowa, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.8°F (14.9°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

As Moorland steps into October, a marked temperature drop is observed, with the average high-temperature reducing from September's warm 74.1°F (23.4°C) to a refreshing 58.8°F (14.9°C). Moorland's temperature drops to an average low of 43.7°F (6.5°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Moorland, in October, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.9 rainfall days, and 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.2 snowfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Moorland is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Moorland is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 58.8°F (14.9°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Moorland, the average relative humidity in October is 69%.

How many days does it rain in October in Moorland?

In Moorland, in October, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Moorland, the average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Moorland, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Moorland, IA

Average temperature in October - Moorland, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Moorland, IA

Average pressure in October - Moorland, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Moorland, IA

Average wind speed in October - Moorland, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Moorland, IA

Average humidity in October - Moorland, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Moorland, IA

Average rainfall in October - Moorland, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in October
Moorland, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Moorland, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Moorland, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Moorland, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Moorland, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Moorland, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

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 6min).

  • 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: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Moorland, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Moorland, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Moorland, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Moorland, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Moorland, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Moorland, IA

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

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

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