October weather forecast
West Point, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in West Point, Iowa, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Temperature

With October's arrival, West Point sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a moderately hot 77°F (25°C) in September to a refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C). West Point, during the nights of October, experiences an average temperature drop to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In West Point, during October, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in West Point, Iowa, there are 145.2 rainfall days, and 28.98" (736mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in West Point, Iowa, are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in West Point. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.4 snowfall days, and 14.21" (361mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In West Point, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of October, in West Point, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in West Point is 5.6h.

UV index

In West Point, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in West Point?

During October, West Point experiences an average high-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and a low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in West Point?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October in West Point?

In October, the average relative humidity in West Point, Iowa, is 71%.

How much does it rain in West Point in October?

In West Point, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in West Point?

October is the first month it typically snows in West Point, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in West Point?

The average day length in October in West Point is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in West Point?

On the first day of October in West Point, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in West Point?

In October, the average sunshine duration in West Point is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in West Point?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in West Point, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
West Point, IA

Average temperature in October - West Point, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.8°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 (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in October
West Point, IA

Average pressure in October - West Point, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
West Point, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in October
West Point, IA

Average humidity in October - West Point, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
West Point, IA

Average rainfall in October - West Point, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in October
West Point, IA

Average rainfall days in October - West Point, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
West Point, IA

Average snowfall in October - West Point, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
West Point, IA

Average snowfall days in October - West Point, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
West Point, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - West Point, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
West Point, IA

Average sunshine days in October - West Point, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in October
West Point, IA

Average UV index in October - West Point, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
West Point, IA

Average cloud cover in October - West Point, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
West Point, IA

Average visibility in October - West Point, IA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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