October weather forecast
Wilkins, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Wilkins, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 41.9°F (5.5°C) and max 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

Wilkins witnesses a significant decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C) to a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C). Wilkins records a steady low-temperature average of 41.9°F (5.5°C) during October.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout October, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wilkins, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139 days and collects up to 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Wilkins, there are 44.5 snowfall days, and 18.07" (459mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

In Wilkins, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Wilkins, records 58.1°F (14.5°C), while the low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month in Wilkins, Iowa, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Wilkins, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in Wilkins in October?

In Wilkins, during October, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wilkins have in October?

In Wilkins, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Wilkins, IA

Average temperature in October - Wilkins, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Wilkins, IA

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Wilkins, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Wilkins, IA

Average humidity in October - Wilkins, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Wilkins, IA

Average rainfall in October - Wilkins, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in October
Wilkins, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Wilkins, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Wilkins, IA

Average snowfall in October - Wilkins, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Wilkins, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Wilkins, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Wilkins, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Wilkins, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Wilkins, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Wilkins, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Wilkins, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Wilkins, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Wilkins, IA

Average visibility in October - Wilkins, IA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and July (5mi).

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