October weather forecast
Pleasanton, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Pleasanton, Iowa, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

A distinct shift in the average high-temperature is signaled in October, moving down from a moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Pleasanton reports a consistent average low-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) throughout October nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Pleasanton, in October, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 124.4 rainfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.9 snowfall days, and 10.83" (275mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. 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:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and a low-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In Pleasanton, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Pleasanton, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated 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 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 7min.

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, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Pleasanton?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Pleasanton is 5.8h.

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

Average temperature in October - Pleasanton, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Pleasanton, IA

Average pressure in October - Pleasanton, 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
Pleasanton, IA

Average wind speed in October - Pleasanton, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Pleasanton, IA

Average humidity in October - Pleasanton, 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
Pleasanton, IA

Average rainfall in October - Pleasanton, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in October
Pleasanton, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Pleasanton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Pleasanton, IA

Average snowfall in October - Pleasanton, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Pleasanton, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Pleasanton, 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: 5h and 5min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Pleasanton, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Pleasanton, IA

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

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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Pleasanton, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Pleasanton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Pleasanton, IA

Average visibility in October - Pleasanton, 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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