October weather forecast
Ricketts, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Ricketts, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average high of 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Temperature

As October begins, there is a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 74.5°F (23.6°C) in September to a refreshing 59.2°F (15.1°C). During October, Ricketts experiences an average low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) at night.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Ricketts are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Ricketts, in October, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123 rainfall days, and 24.72" (628mm) 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 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Ricketts, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.8 days and aggregates up to 14.53" (369mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Ricketts, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ricketts in October?

The high-temperature during October is 59.2°F (15.1°C) and the low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Ricketts?

The months with the lowest humidity in Ricketts are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Ricketts, the average relative humidity in October is 68%.

How much does it rain in Ricketts in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout October, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Ricketts, the average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Ricketts, IA

Average temperature in October - Ricketts, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.7°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 (14°F).

Average pressure in October
Ricketts, IA

Average pressure in October - Ricketts, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30"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
Ricketts, IA

Average wind speed in October - Ricketts, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Ricketts, IA

Average humidity in October - Ricketts, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

Average rainfall in October
Ricketts, IA

Average rainfall in October - Ricketts, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in October
Ricketts, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Ricketts, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ricketts, IA

Average snowfall in October - Ricketts, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ricketts, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ricketts, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ricketts, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Ricketts, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Ricketts, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Ricketts, IA

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

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

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