October weather forecast
Sunbury, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Sunbury, Iowa, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 60.8°F (16°C) and min 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

October signals a considerable drop in Sunbury's average high-temperature, reducing from a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) in September to an enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C). Throughout October, Sunbury experiences a low-temperature average of 44.6°F (7°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month in Sunbury.

Rainfall

In Sunbury, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sunbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.9 days and collects up to 27.95" (710mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, 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 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Sunbury, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.1 days and aggregates up to 12.8" (325mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Sunbury, Iowa, is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of October, in Sunbury, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Sunbury is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Sunbury is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sunbury in October?

October temperatures in Sunbury, Iowa, vary between a high-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C) and a low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Sunbury?

October is the least humid month in Sunbury, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October in Sunbury?

In Sunbury, Iowa, the average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October in Sunbury?

In October, in Sunbury, Iowa, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout October, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Sunbury?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length in Sunbury, Iowa, is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Sunbury?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Sunbury?

The average sunshine duration in October in Sunbury, Iowa, is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Sunbury?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Sunbury, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Sunbury, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Sunbury, IA

Average pressure in October - Sunbury, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sunbury, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Sunbury, IA

Average humidity in October - Sunbury, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Sunbury, IA

Average rainfall in October - Sunbury, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.1").

Average rainfall days in October
Sunbury, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Sunbury, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sunbury, IA

Average snowfall in October - Sunbury, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sunbury, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Sunbury, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sunbury, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sunbury, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Sunbury, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Sunbury, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Sunbury, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Sunbury, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Sunbury, IA

Average visibility in October - Sunbury, IA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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