October weather forecast
University Park, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in University Park, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and an average high of 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Temperature

University Park, Iowa, in October experiences a marked decrease in the average high-temperature, descending from September's warm 75.9°F (24.4°C) to a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C). During the nights in October, an average low-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) is observed.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In University Park, in October, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.1 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.1 snowfall days, and 15.28" (388mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In University Park, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During October, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature, in October, in University Park, is 61.2°F (16.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 44.8°F (7.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October in University Park?

In University Park, in October, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in University Park?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does University Park have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does University Park have in October?

In University Park, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In University Park, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
University Park, IA

Average temperature in October - University Park, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in October
University Park, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
University Park, IA

Average wind speed in October - University Park, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in October
University Park, IA

Average humidity in October - University Park, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
University Park, IA

Average rainfall in October - University Park, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in October
University Park, IA

Average rainfall days in October - University Park, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
University Park, IA

Average snowfall in October - University Park, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
University Park, IA

Average snowfall days in October - University Park, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
University Park, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
University Park, IA

Average sunshine days in October - University Park, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).

Average UV index in October
University Park, IA

Average UV index in October - University Park, 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 Park, IA

Average cloud cover in October - University Park, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
University Park, IA

Average visibility in October - University Park, 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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