October weather forecast
Thor, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Thor, Iowa, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.3°F (14.6°C) and an average low of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

A clear reduction in the average high-temperature marks the arrival of October, falling from a moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C) in September to a mild 58.3°F (14.6°C). In Thor, the average low-temperature during the month of October is a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Thor, in October, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.4 rainfall days, and 25.04" (636mm) 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 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Thor, during the entire year, snow falls for 44 days and aggregates up to 17.44" (443mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Thor is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Thor?

In October, in Thor, the average high-temperature is 58.3°F (14.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 69%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Thor, in October, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Thor?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Thor have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Thor is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Thor, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Thor, IA

Average temperature in October - Thor, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Thor, IA

Average pressure in October - Thor, 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
Thor, IA

Average wind speed in October - Thor, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Thor, IA

Average humidity in October - Thor, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Thor, IA

Average rainfall in October - Thor, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in October
Thor, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Thor, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Thor, IA

Average snowfall in October - Thor, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Thor, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Thor, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Thor, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Thor, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Thor, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Thor, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Thor, IA

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

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

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