October weather forecast
Washburn, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Washburn, Iowa, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.5°F (14.7°C) and min 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October brings a significant change in Washburn's weather, with average high-temperatures dropping from September's agreeable 73.2°F (22.9°C) to a refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C). During October, Washburn experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Washburn, in October, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133.6 rainfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) 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 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Washburn, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.6 days and aggregates up to 15.24" (387mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during October morphs into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Washburn, in October, the average high-temperature is 58.5°F (14.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Washburn, in October, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Washburn, the average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Washburn have in October?

In Washburn, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Washburn, IA

Average temperature in October - Washburn, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.5°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 (12°F).

Average pressure in October
Washburn, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Washburn, IA

Average wind speed in October - Washburn, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in October
Washburn, IA

Average humidity in October - Washburn, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Washburn, IA

Average rainfall in October - Washburn, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in October
Washburn, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Washburn, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Washburn, IA

Average snowfall in October - Washburn, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Washburn, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Washburn, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Washburn, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Washburn, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Washburn, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in October
Washburn, IA

Average UV index in October - Washburn, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Washburn, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Washburn, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Washburn, IA

Average visibility in October - Washburn, 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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