October weather forecast
Parnell, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Parnell, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.6°F (7°C) and max 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Temperature

October signals a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from September's moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C) to a refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C). In Parnell, an average temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) is noted during October nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Parnell, in October, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Parnell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142 days and collects up to 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.1 snowfall days, and 15.43" (392mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

In Parnell, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in October leads to these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, in Parnell, the average high-temperature is 60.1°F (15.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.6°F (7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Parnell, during October, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Parnell, the average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Parnell, IA

Average temperature in October - Parnell, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Parnell, IA

Average pressure in October - Parnell, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"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
Parnell, IA

Average wind speed in October - Parnell, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in October
Parnell, IA

Average humidity in October - Parnell, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Parnell, IA

Average rainfall in October - Parnell, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in October
Parnell, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Parnell, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Parnell, IA

Average snowfall in October - Parnell, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Parnell, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Parnell, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Parnell, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Parnell, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Parnell, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Parnell, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Parnell, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Parnell, IA

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

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

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