October weather forecast
Oakland, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Oakland, Iowa, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and an average high of 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

Oakland's October weather is marked by a distinct drop in high-temperatures, declining from a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C) in September to a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C). In Oakland, the nighttime temperature averages to a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) during October.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Oakland, in October, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Oakland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.3 days and collects up to 12.24" (311mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Oakland. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Oakland, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.6 days and aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Oakland?

In October, in Oakland, the average high-temperature is 61°F (16.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.8°F (7.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month in Oakland is October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 68%.

How many days does it rain in October in Oakland?

In Oakland, in October, during 7.7 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Oakland, the average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Oakland have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Oakland, IA

Average temperature in October - Oakland, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Oakland, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Oakland, IA

Average wind speed in October - Oakland, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in October
Oakland, IA

Average humidity in October - Oakland, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in October
Oakland, IA

Average rainfall in October - Oakland, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Oakland, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Oakland, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Oakland, IA

Average snowfall in October - Oakland, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Oakland, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Oakland, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Oakland, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Oakland, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Oakland, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Oakland, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Oakland, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Oakland, IA

Average visibility in October - Oakland, 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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