October weather forecast
Smithland, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Smithland, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

As Smithland steps into October, a marked temperature drop is observed, with the average high-temperature reducing from September's moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) to a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C). During October, the temperature is averaged to a low of 44.4°F (6.9°C) at night.

Humidity

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 66%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Smithland, during October, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. In Smithland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.6 days and collects up to 21.89" (556mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Smithland. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Smithland is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Smithland, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In Smithland, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Smithland in October?

In October, in Smithland, the average high-temperature is 60.6°F (15.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 66%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Smithland, in October, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Smithland?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Smithland, IA

Average temperature in October - Smithland, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Smithland, IA

Average pressure in October - Smithland, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Smithland, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Smithland, IA

Average humidity in October - Smithland, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (66%).

Average rainfall in October
Smithland, IA

Average rainfall in October - Smithland, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
Smithland, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Smithland, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Smithland, IA

Average snowfall in October - Smithland, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Smithland, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Smithland, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Smithland, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Smithland, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Smithland, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in October
Smithland, IA

Average UV index in October - Smithland, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Smithland, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Smithland, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in October
Smithland, IA

Average visibility in October - Smithland, 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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