October weather forecast
Westphalia, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Westphalia, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 59.7°F (15.4°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

Westphalia in October sees a clear temperature decline, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C) in September to a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C). Westphalia experiences a nighttime temperature average of 44.1°F (6.7°C) during October.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout October, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.5 rainfall days, and 15.71" (399mm) 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 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.5 snowfall days, and 7.13" (181mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Westphalia, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following advice:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

During October, Westphalia experiences an average high-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C) and a low-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 68%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 68%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Westphalia, during October, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Westphalia?

In Westphalia, the average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Westphalia have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Westphalia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Westphalia, IA

Average temperature in October - Westphalia, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Westphalia, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Westphalia, IA

Average wind speed in October - Westphalia, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Westphalia, IA

Average humidity in October - Westphalia, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in October
Westphalia, IA

Average rainfall in October - Westphalia, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Westphalia, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Westphalia, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Westphalia, IA

Average snowfall in October - Westphalia, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Westphalia, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Westphalia, 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 5min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Westphalia, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Westphalia, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Westphalia, IA

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

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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Westphalia, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Westphalia, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Westphalia, IA

Average visibility in October - Westphalia, 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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