October weather forecast
Red Oak, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Red Oak, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 45°F (7.2°C) and 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

Red Oak in October sees a clear temperature decline, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C) in September to an enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C). In Red Oak, an average nighttime temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) is expected during October.

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Red Oak, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Red Oak, during October, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.2 rainfall days, and 21.77" (553mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Red Oak, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.7 days and aggregates up to 9.76" (248mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Red Oak is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in October leads to these recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Red Oak, 61.5°F (16.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 45°F (7.2°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Red Oak?

With an average relative humidity of 68%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October in Red Oak is 68%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Red Oak, in October, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Red Oak have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Red Oak have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What are the months with 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Red Oak, IA

Average temperature in October - Red Oak, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Red Oak, IA

Average pressure in October - Red Oak, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Red Oak, IA

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

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

Average humidity in October
Red Oak, IA

Average humidity in October - Red Oak, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in October
Red Oak, IA

Average rainfall in October - Red Oak, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
Red Oak, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Red Oak, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Red Oak, IA

Average snowfall in October - Red Oak, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Red Oak, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Red Oak, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 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
Red Oak, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Red Oak, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Red Oak, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Red Oak, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Red Oak, IA

Average UV index in October - Red Oak, 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
Red Oak, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Red Oak, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Red Oak, IA

Average visibility in October - Red Oak, 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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