Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
As September transitions into October, Watkins sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, declining from a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C) to a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C). Watkins experiences an average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) in the month of October.Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.Rainfall
In Watkins, in October, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Watkins, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.8 days and collects up to 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Watkins. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.9 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Watkins, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:02 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Average temperature in October
Watkins, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 60.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 44.4°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 (14.4°F).
Average pressure in October
Watkins, 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
Watkins, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in October
Watkins, IA
- Average humidity in October: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in October
Watkins, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").
Average rainfall days in October
Watkins, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Watkins, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.59"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Watkins, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Watkins, 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 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Watkins, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 18 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Watkins, 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
Watkins, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in October
Watkins, 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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