October weather forecast
Westwood, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Westwood, Iowa, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 61.7°F (16.5°C) and min 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of October brings a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C) in September to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Nighttime temperatures in Westwood hover around an average low of 45.7°F (7.6°C) in October.

Humidity

The least humid month in Westwood is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Westwood, Iowa, in October, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 140.1 rainfall days, and 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Westwood, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.7 days and aggregates up to 15" (381mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Westwood, Iowa, is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Westwood, the average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October leads to these instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Westwood?

In Westwood, 61.7°F (16.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.7°F (7.6°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Westwood?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Westwood?

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

How much does it rain in Westwood in October?

In Westwood, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Westwood?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Westwood have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Westwood?

On the first day of October in Westwood, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Westwood?

The average sunshine duration in October in Westwood is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Westwood?

In Westwood, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Westwood, IA

Average temperature in October - Westwood, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.7°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 (17.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Westwood, IA

Average pressure in October - Westwood, 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
Westwood, IA

Average wind speed in October - Westwood, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Westwood, IA

Average humidity in October - Westwood, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Westwood, IA

Average rainfall in October - Westwood, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in October
Westwood, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Westwood, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Westwood, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Westwood, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Westwood, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Westwood, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Westwood, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Westwood, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Westwood, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Westwood, IA

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

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
Westwood, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Westwood, 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 July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Westwood, IA

Average visibility in October - Westwood, 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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