October weather forecast
Sac City, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Sac City, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average high of 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of October, Sac City's average high-temperature experiences a significant decrease, moving from a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C) in September to a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C). In the month of October, an average of 43.5°F (6.4°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 68%.

Rainfall

In Sac City, in October, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.9 rainfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) 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 Sac City, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.1 days and aggregates up to 7.99" (203mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C) and a low-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout October, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

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?

The average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sac City have in October?

In Sac City, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sac City, IA

Average temperature in October - Sac City, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.6°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 (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Sac City, IA

Average pressure in October - Sac City, 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
Sac City, IA

Average wind speed in October - Sac City, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Sac City, IA

Average humidity in October - Sac City, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (67%).

Average rainfall in October
Sac City, IA

Average rainfall in October - Sac City, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Sac City, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Sac City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sac City, IA

Average snowfall in October - Sac City, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

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

Average snowfall days in October
Sac City, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Sac City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sac City, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sac City, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sac City, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Sac City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in October
Sac City, IA

Average UV index in October - Sac City, 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
Sac City, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Sac City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Sac City, IA

Average visibility in October - Sac City, 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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