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
With the onset of October, University Heights's weather experiences a distinct temperature drop, moving from a warm 75.2°F (24°C) in September to a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C). During October, the temperature in University Heights tends to dip to an average of 45°F (7.2°C) at night.Humidity
October is the least humid month in University Heights, with an average relative humidity of 72%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout October, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In University Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.4 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in University Heights are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In University Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.7 days and aggregates up to 16.42" (417mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.5h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in October
University Heights, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 60.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 45°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
University Heights, 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
University Heights, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in October
University Heights, 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
University Heights, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.69").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.34").
Average rainfall days in October
University Heights, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).
Average snowfall in October
University Heights, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.71"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
University Heights, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
University Heights, 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
University Heights, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).
Average UV index in October
University Heights, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
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
University Heights, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
University Heights, 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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