October weather forecast
Nansen, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Nansen, Iowa, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57.2°F (14°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

As Nansen transitions into October, the average high-temperature shows a marked reduction, decreasing from a pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C) in September to a moderate 57.2°F (14°C). An average low-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) is observed during the October nights.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Nansen, during October, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98 rainfall days, and 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.8 snowfall days, and 6.22" (158mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Nansen, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Nansen, is 57.2°F (14°C) and the average low-temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 73%, October is the least humid month in Nansen.

What is the average humidity in October in Nansen?

The average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October in Nansen?

In Nansen, in October, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Nansen, the average day length in October is 11h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Nansen, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Nansen, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Nansen, IA

Average temperature in October - Nansen, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Nansen, IA

Average pressure in October - Nansen, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Nansen, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Nansen, IA

Average humidity in October - Nansen, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Nansen, IA

Average rainfall in October - Nansen, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in October
Nansen, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Nansen, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Nansen, IA

Average snowfall in October - Nansen, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Nansen, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Nansen, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Nansen, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Nansen, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Nansen, IA

Average UV index in October - Nansen, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Nansen, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Nansen, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Nansen, IA

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

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

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