October weather forecast
Percival, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Percival, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.8°F (17.1°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

October brings a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from a moderately hot 77.4°F (25.2°C) in September to a refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C). Percival experiences an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) in month of October.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

Rainfall

In Percival, Iowa, during October, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In Percival, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.7 days and collects up to 26.73" (679mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, 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 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27 snowfall days, and 10.35" (263mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Percival, Iowa, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Percival, in October, the average high-temperature is 62.8°F (17.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month in Percival?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

What is the average humidity in October in Percival?

In October, the average relative humidity is 66%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Percival, in October, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically 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 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Percival have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Percival?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Percival, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Percival, IA

Average temperature in October - Percival, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Percival, IA

Average pressure in October - Percival, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Percival, IA

Average wind speed in October - Percival, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Percival, IA

Average humidity in October - Percival, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in October
Percival, IA

Average rainfall in October - Percival, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
Percival, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Percival, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Percival, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Percival, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Percival, 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: 6h and 1min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Percival, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Percival, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Percival, IA

Average UV index in October - Percival, 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
Percival, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Percival, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
Percival, IA

Average visibility in October - Percival, 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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