October weather forecast
Osceola, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Osceola, Iowa, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.6°F (7°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C). Osceola records a mean low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) in October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Osceola, in October, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Osceola, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.6 days and collects up to 20.43" (519mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.8 snowfall days, and 11.77" (299mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Osceola, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in Osceola, records 61.3°F (16.3°C), while the low-temperature is 44.6°F (7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How much does it rain in Osceola in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout October, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Osceola have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Osceola, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Osceola, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Osceola?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Osceola, IA

Average temperature in October - Osceola, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°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 (15.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Osceola, IA

Average pressure in October - Osceola, 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
Osceola, IA

Average wind speed in October - Osceola, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Osceola, IA

Average humidity in October - Osceola, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Osceola, IA

Average rainfall in October - Osceola, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
Osceola, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Osceola, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Osceola, IA

Average snowfall in October - Osceola, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Osceola, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Osceola, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Osceola, 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 4min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Osceola, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Osceola, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Osceola, IA

Average UV index in October - Osceola, 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
Osceola, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Osceola, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Osceola, IA

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

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

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