October weather forecast
Saint Ansgar, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Saint Ansgar, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and an average high of 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Temperature

A distinct shift in the average high-temperature is signaled in October, moving down from an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C) in September to a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C). Saint Ansgar's average low-temperature in October is measured at a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Saint Ansgar, in October, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Saint Ansgar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.3 days and collects up to 26.54" (674mm) 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 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Saint Ansgar, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.9 days and aggregates up to 22.83" (580mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Saint Ansgar is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Saint Ansgar, the average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in October transforms into this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Saint Ansgar in October?

In Saint Ansgar, in October, the average high-temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 73%, October is the least humid month in Saint Ansgar.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Saint Ansgar, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Saint Ansgar, in October, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint Ansgar have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Saint Ansgar, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average temperature in October - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in October
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average pressure in October - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Saint Ansgar, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average humidity in October - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average rainfall in October - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in October
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average snowfall in October - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Saint Ansgar, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average UV index in October - Saint Ansgar, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average visibility in October - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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