Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
October signals a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from September's agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C) to a refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C). In Sheffield, the October nights cool down to an average low of 43.2°F (6.2°C).Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.Rainfall
In Sheffield, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sheffield, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.2 days and collects up to 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Sheffield, during the entire year, snow falls for 56 days and aggregates up to 24.45" (621mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.UV index
In Sheffield, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in October
Sheffield, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 57.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 43.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).
Average pressure in October
Sheffield, IA
- Average pressure in October: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Sheffield, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 10mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Sheffield, IA
- Average humidity in October: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Sheffield, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").
Average rainfall days in October
Sheffield, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Sheffield, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Sheffield, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sheffield, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Sheffield, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Sheffield, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Sheffield, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in October
Sheffield, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (5mi).
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