October weather forecast
What Cheer, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in What Cheer, Iowa, is another comfortable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and an average low of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

In What Cheer, the beginning of October is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from September's moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) to an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C). An average temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) is recorded during the nights in October.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout October, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.9 rainfall days, and 27.76" (705mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in What Cheer are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In What Cheer, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.8 days and aggregates up to 12.56" (319mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In What Cheer, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During October, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In What Cheer, in October, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In What Cheer, the average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does What Cheer have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in October?

In What Cheer, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
What Cheer, IA

Average temperature in October - What Cheer, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in October
What Cheer, IA

Average pressure in October - What Cheer, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
What Cheer, IA

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

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

Average humidity in October
What Cheer, IA

Average humidity in October - What Cheer, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
What Cheer, IA

Average rainfall in October - What Cheer, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in October
What Cheer, IA

Average rainfall days in October - What Cheer, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
What Cheer, IA

Average snowfall in October - What Cheer, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
What Cheer, IA

Average snowfall days in October - What Cheer, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
What Cheer, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - What Cheer, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
What Cheer, IA

Average sunshine days in October - What Cheer, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
What Cheer, IA

Average UV index in October - What Cheer, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
What Cheer, IA

Average cloud cover in October - What Cheer, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
What Cheer, IA

Average visibility in October - What Cheer, 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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