October weather forecast
Saint Charles, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Saint Charles, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 60.8°F (16°C) and min 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

The start of October signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to a refreshing 60.8°F (16°C). Saint Charles throughout October, records an average low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Saint Charles, in October, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133 rainfall days, and 26.14" (664mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35 snowfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Saint Charles is 5.8h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Saint Charles in October?

In Saint Charles, 60.8°F (16°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.2°F (6.8°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Saint Charles, Iowa, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout October, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Saint Charles have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Saint Charles?

On the first day of October in Saint Charles, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Saint Charles, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.2°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 (15.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Saint Charles, IA

Average pressure in October - Saint Charles, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Saint Charles, IA

Average wind speed in October - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in October
Saint Charles, IA

Average humidity in October - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Saint Charles, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in October
Saint Charles, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Saint Charles, IA

Average snowfall in October - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Saint Charles, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 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
Saint Charles, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Saint Charles, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Saint Charles, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Saint Charles, IA

Average UV index in October - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Saint Charles, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Saint Charles, IA

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

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

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