Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
Ridgeport's weather experiences a significant temperature drop with the arrival of October, falling from a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C) in September to a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C). In October, the temperature drops to an average of 44.1°F (6.7°C) at night.Humidity
October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.Rainfall
In Ridgeport, during October, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ridgeport, there are 123.3 rainfall days, and 20.98" (533mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Ridgeport are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Ridgeport. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Ridgeport, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.9 days and aggregates up to 10.91" (277mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Ridgeport are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during October translates into the following guidance:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in October
Ridgeport, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 59.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 44.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).
Average pressure in October
Ridgeport, 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 (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Ridgeport, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in October
Ridgeport, IA
- Average humidity in October: 69%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in October
Ridgeport, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 1.57"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in October
Ridgeport, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Ridgeport, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Ridgeport, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ridgeport, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Ridgeport, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Ridgeport, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Ridgeport, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in October
Ridgeport, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
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