October weather forecast
Waterville, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Waterville, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 56.5°F (13.6°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

As Waterville transitions into October, a marked decrease in the average high-temperature is observed, dropping from an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C) in September to a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C). In October, the average low-temperature records at a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Waterville, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Waterville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.7 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) 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 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57.7 snowfall days, and 24.88" (632mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.2h.

UV index

In Waterville, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during October morphs into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Waterville, is 56.5°F (13.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Waterville, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Waterville, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Waterville, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Waterville, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Waterville, IA

Average temperature in October - Waterville, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Waterville, IA

Average pressure in October - Waterville, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Waterville, IA

Average wind speed in October - Waterville, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Waterville, IA

Average humidity in October - Waterville, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Waterville, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in October
Waterville, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Waterville, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Waterville, IA

Average snowfall in October - Waterville, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Waterville, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Waterville, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Waterville, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Waterville, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Waterville, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Waterville, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Waterville, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Waterville, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Waterville, IA

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

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

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