October weather forecast
Varina, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Varina, Iowa, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.1°F (14.5°C) and an average low of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

In October, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature descending from a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C) in September to a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 43.3°F (6.3°C) in October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Varina, in October, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 93.7 rainfall days, and 9.29" (236mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, 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 31.5 snowfall days, and 5.51" (140mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Varina, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

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 the average person.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Varina, 58.1°F (14.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 43.3°F (6.3°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the least humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 68%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout October, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Varina have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Varina, IA

Average temperature in October - Varina, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.3°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 (11.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Varina, IA

Average pressure in October - Varina, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Varina, IA

Average wind speed in October - Varina, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

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

Average humidity in October
Varina, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

Average rainfall in October
Varina, IA

Average rainfall in October - Varina, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in October
Varina, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Varina, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Varina, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Varina, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Varina, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Varina, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Varina, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Varina, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Varina, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Varina, IA

Average visibility in October - Varina, 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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