October weather forecast
Mount Ayr, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Mount Ayr, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.6°F (7°C) and max 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

Mount Ayr's transition into October is marked by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a moderately hot 75.9°F (24.4°C) in September to a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C). During the nights in October, the temperature in Mount Ayr averages to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In October, in Mount Ayr, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout October, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 126.9 rainfall days, and 22.6" (574mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mount Ayr, Iowa, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Mount Ayr. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mount Ayr, there are 28.7 snowfall days, and 11.85" (301mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October in Mount Ayr, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Mount Ayr, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Mount Ayr is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in October transforms into this advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Mount Ayr?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Mount Ayr, is 61.5°F (16.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 44.6°F (7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Mount Ayr?

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month in Mount Ayr.

What is the average humidity in October in Mount Ayr?

In October, the average relative humidity in Mount Ayr, Iowa, is 71%.

How much does it rain in Mount Ayr in October?

In Mount Ayr, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Mount Ayr?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Mount Ayr?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Mount Ayr?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Mount Ayr?

In Mount Ayr, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Mount Ayr?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Mount Ayr, IA

Average temperature in October - Mount Ayr, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Mount Ayr, IA

Average pressure in October - Mount Ayr, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Mount Ayr, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Mount Ayr, IA

Average humidity in October - Mount Ayr, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Mount Ayr, IA

Average rainfall in October - Mount Ayr, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in October
Mount Ayr, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Mount Ayr, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mount Ayr, IA

Average snowfall in October - Mount Ayr, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mount Ayr, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Mount Ayr, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mount Ayr, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mount Ayr, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mount Ayr, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Mount Ayr, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Mount Ayr, IA

Average UV index in October - Mount Ayr, 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
Mount Ayr, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Mount Ayr, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Mount Ayr, IA

Average visibility in October - Mount Ayr, 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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