October weather forecast
Runnells, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Runnells, Iowa, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.8°F (16°C) and 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

Witnessing a clear downswing, the average high-temperature during October drops from September's moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) to a refreshing 60.8°F (16°C). Runnells records an average low of 44.6°F (7°C) throughout the nights in October.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Runnells, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Runnells, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.7 days and collects up to 26.34" (669mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.2 snowfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In Runnells, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 60.8°F (16°C) and 44.6°F (7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Runnells?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Runnells, in October, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

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

How many hours of daylight does Runnells have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 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 October, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Runnells, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°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 (14.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Runnells, IA

Average pressure in October - Runnells, 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
Runnells, IA

Average wind speed in October - Runnells, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Runnells, IA

Average humidity in October - Runnells, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Runnells, IA

Average rainfall in October - Runnells, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in October
Runnells, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Runnells, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Runnells, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Runnells, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Runnells, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Runnells, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Runnells, IA

Average UV index in October - Runnells, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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
Runnells, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Runnells, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Runnells, IA

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

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

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