October weather forecast
Numa, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Numa, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.6°F (7°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

In Numa, the onset of October is marked by a decreased average high-temperature, declining from September's warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) to a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C). In Numa, an average nighttime temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) is expected during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Numa, during October, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Numa, there are 143.2 rainfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Numa, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.2 days and aggregates up to 15.31" (389mm) of snow.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

Numa in October has an average high-temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In Numa, in October, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Numa have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, 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 6:09 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Numa have in October?

In Numa, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Numa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Numa, IA

Average temperature in October - Numa, 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
Numa, IA

Average pressure in October - Numa, 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
Numa, IA

Average wind speed in October - Numa, 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
Numa, IA

Average humidity in October - Numa, 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
Numa, IA

Average rainfall in October - Numa, 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
Numa, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Numa, 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
Numa, IA

Average snowfall in October - Numa, 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
Numa, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Numa, 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
Numa, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Numa, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Numa, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Numa, 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
Numa, IA

Average UV index in October - Numa, 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
Numa, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Numa, 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
Numa, IA

Average visibility in October - Numa, 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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