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
West Des Moines experiences a noticeable temperature shift with the start of October, with average high-temperatures moving from a moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C) in September to a refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C). West Des Moines sees an average low-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) during October.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month.Rainfall
In West Des Moines, during October, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. In West Des Moines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.3 days and collects up to 25.91" (658mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in West Des Moines. October is the first month it typically snows in West Des Moines. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in West Des Moines, there are 35.4 snowfall days, and 12.99" (330mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.On the first day of October in West Des Moines, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.7h.UV index
In West Des Moines, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What are October temperatures in West Des Moines?
What is the least humid month in West Des Moines?
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How many days does it rain in October in West Des Moines?
When does it start snowing in West Des Moines?
How many hours of daylight does West Des Moines have in October?
When are sunrise and sunset in October in West Des Moines?
How many hours of sunshine does West Des Moines have in October?
How high is the UV index in October in West Des Moines?
Average temperature in October
West Des Moines, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 60.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 44.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).
Average pressure in October
West Des Moines, IA
- Average pressure in October: 30.01"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
West Des Moines, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in October
West Des Moines, IA
- Average humidity in October: 70%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in October
West Des Moines, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").
Average rainfall days in October
West Des Moines, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
West Des Moines, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
West Des Moines, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
West Des Moines, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- 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 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
West Des Moines, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.9 days
The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
Average UV index in October
West Des Moines, IA
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
West Des Moines, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
West Des Moines, 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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