October weather forecast
Vail, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Vail, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 59.2°F (15.1°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

October's arrival brings a noticeable temperature shift, dropping from a warm 74.5°F (23.6°C) in September to a mild 59.2°F (15.1°C). Vail temperatures generally rest at a low of 43.7°F (6.5°C) during the October nights.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Vail, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Vail, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123 days and collects up to 24.72" (628mm) 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 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.8 snowfall days, and 14.53" (369mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Vail, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In Vail, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Vail in October?

In October, in Vail, the average high-temperature is 59.2°F (15.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 68%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 68%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Vail, in October, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Vail have in October?

In Vail, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in October in Vail?

In Vail, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Vail, IA

Average temperature in October - Vail, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°F).

Average pressure in October
Vail, IA

Average pressure in October - Vail, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Vail, IA

Average wind speed in October - Vail, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Vail, IA

Average humidity in October - Vail, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

Average rainfall in October
Vail, IA

Average rainfall in October - Vail, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in October
Vail, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Vail, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Vail, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Vail, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Vail, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Vail, 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 5min

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
Vail, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Vail, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Vail, IA

Average UV index in October - Vail, 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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Vail, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Vail, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Vail, IA

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

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

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