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
As October sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant decrease, moving down from an agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C) in September to a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C). Thornton encounters an average low-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) during October nights.Humidity
October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.Rainfall
In October, in Thornton, Iowa, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout October, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Thornton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.3 days and collects up to 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.7 snowfall days, and 20.51" (521mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Thornton is 11h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Thornton is 5.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in October
Thornton, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 57.7°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 (10.8°F).
Average pressure in October
Thornton, 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
Thornton, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Thornton, IA
- Average humidity in October: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Thornton, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in October
Thornton, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Thornton, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Thornton, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Thornton, 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 42min).
Average sunshine days in October
Thornton, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 18 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).
Average UV index in October
Thornton, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Thornton, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in October
Thornton, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
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