October weather forecast
Pleasantville, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Pleasantville, Iowa, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.8°F (16°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

Pleasantville's weather undergoes a significant change with the arrival of October, as the average high-temperature drops from a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C) in September to an enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C). October's average low-temperature reading in Pleasantville settles at a chilly 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pleasantville, Iowa, during October, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 109.9 rainfall days, and 12.72" (323mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Pleasantville. October is the first month it typically snows in Pleasantville. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Pleasantville, there are 28.4 snowfall days, and 5.71" (145mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Pleasantville, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Pleasantville is 5.7h.

UV index

In Pleasantville, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Pleasantville?

The high-temperature, in October, in Pleasantville, is 60.8°F (16°C), while the low-temperature averages to 45°F (7.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Pleasantville?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Pleasantville?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Pleasantville?

In October, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout October, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Pleasantville?

October is the first month it typically snows in Pleasantville. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Pleasantville?

In October, the average day length in Pleasantville is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Pleasantville?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Pleasantville?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Pleasantville?

In Pleasantville, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Pleasantville, IA

Average temperature in October - Pleasantville, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Pleasantville, IA

Average pressure in October - Pleasantville, 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
Pleasantville, IA

Average wind speed in October - Pleasantville, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Pleasantville, IA

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

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

Average rainfall in October
Pleasantville, IA

Average rainfall in October - Pleasantville, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Pleasantville, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Pleasantville, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Pleasantville, IA

Average snowfall in October - Pleasantville, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Pleasantville, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Pleasantville, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Pleasantville, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Pleasantville, IA

Average UV index in October - Pleasantville, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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
Pleasantville, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Pleasantville, IA

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

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

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