October weather forecast
Riverton, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Riverton, Iowa, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and an average low of 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Riverton's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from September's warm 76.8°F (24.9°C) to a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C). Riverton records a steady low-temperature average of 45.7°F (7.6°C) during October.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

Rainfall

In Riverton, during October, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Riverton, there are 125.6 rainfall days, and 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Riverton. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Riverton, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.3 days and aggregates up to 10.71" (272mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Riverton, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Riverton?

In Riverton, in October, the average high-temperature is 62.8°F (17.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in Riverton?

The least humid month in Riverton is October, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

What is the average humidity in October in Riverton?

In Riverton, Iowa, the average relative humidity in October is 67%.

How many days does it rain in October in Riverton?

In Riverton, during October, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Riverton?

October is the first month it typically snows in Riverton. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Riverton have in October?

The average day length in October in Riverton is 11h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Riverton?

On the first day of October in Riverton, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Riverton have in October?

In Riverton, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Riverton?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Riverton, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Riverton, IA

Average temperature in October - Riverton, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in October
Riverton, IA

Average pressure in October - Riverton, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Riverton, IA

Average wind speed in October - Riverton, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Riverton, IA

Average humidity in October - Riverton, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in October
Riverton, IA

Average rainfall in October - Riverton, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in October
Riverton, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Riverton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Riverton, IA

Average snowfall in October - Riverton, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Riverton, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Riverton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 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
Riverton, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Riverton, 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: 6h and 1min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Riverton, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Riverton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Riverton, IA

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

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Riverton, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Riverton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in October
Riverton, IA

Average visibility in October - Riverton, 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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