October weather forecast
Owasa, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Owasa, Iowa, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.3°F (6.3°C) and max 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Temperature

October's arrival brings a noticeable temperature shift, dropping from an agreeable 73.2°F (22.9°C) in September to a mild 58.3°F (14.6°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in October.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Owasa, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132 rainfall days, and 27.01" (686mm) 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 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Owasa, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.4 days and aggregates up to 16.65" (423mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Owasa is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Owasa, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows in Owasa. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Owasa is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Owasa, IA

Average temperature in October - Owasa, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Owasa, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Owasa, IA

Average wind speed in October - Owasa, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Owasa, IA

Average humidity in October - Owasa, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Owasa, IA

Average rainfall in October - Owasa, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in October
Owasa, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Owasa, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Owasa, IA

Average snowfall in October - Owasa, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Owasa, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Owasa, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Owasa, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Owasa, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Owasa, IA

Average UV index in October - Owasa, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Owasa, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Owasa, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Owasa, IA

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

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

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