October weather forecast
Williams, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Williams, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

Williams experiences a noticeable temperature shift with the start of October, with average high-temperatures moving from an agreeable 73.2°F (22.9°C) in September to a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C). During the month of October, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132 rainfall days, and 27.01" (686mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Williams, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.4 days and aggregates up to 16.65" (423mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Williams, Iowa, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In October, in Williams, the average high-temperature is 58.3°F (14.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 70%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Williams have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Williams have in October?

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

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Williams, IA

Average temperature in October - Williams, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.3°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 (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Williams, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Williams, IA

Average wind speed in October - Williams, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Williams, IA

Average humidity in October - Williams, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Williams, IA

Average rainfall in October - Williams, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in October
Williams, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Williams, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Williams, IA

Average snowfall in October - Williams, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Williams, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Williams, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Williams, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Williams, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Williams, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Williams, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Williams, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Williams, IA

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

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

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