October weather forecast
Mystic, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Mystic, Iowa, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 44.6°F (7°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

October's onset is marked by a clear temperature decrease, falling from a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Throughout October, a steady low-temperature average of 44.6°F (7°C) is noted.

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout October, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mystic, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.2 days and collects up to 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.2 snowfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 44.6°F (7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October in Mystic?

In October, the average relative humidity in Mystic is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout October, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Mystic, the average day length in October is 11h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mystic have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Mystic, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Mystic, IA

Average temperature in October - Mystic, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°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 (16.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Mystic, IA

Average pressure in October - Mystic, 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
Mystic, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in October
Mystic, IA

Average humidity in October - Mystic, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Mystic, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in October
Mystic, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Mystic, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mystic, IA

Average snowfall in October - Mystic, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mystic, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Mystic, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mystic, 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 5min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mystic, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Mystic, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Mystic, IA

Average UV index in October - Mystic, 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
Mystic, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Mystic, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Mystic, IA

Average visibility in October - Mystic, 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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