October weather forecast
Windham, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Windham, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 60.4°F (15.8°C) and min 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

October's arrival signals a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, falling from September's moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) to a mild 60.4°F (15.8°C). Throughout October, the average low-temperature dips to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Windham, during October, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.4 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Windham, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Windham, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.7 days and aggregates up to 16.42" (417mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Windham, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Windham, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Windham in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Windham, is 60.4°F (15.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, 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 Windham, the average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Windham, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

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 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Windham have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Windham, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Windham, IA

Average temperature in October - Windham, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Windham, IA

Average pressure in October - Windham, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Windham, IA

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

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

Average humidity in October
Windham, IA

Average humidity in October - Windham, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

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

Average rainfall in October
Windham, IA

Average rainfall in October - Windham, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.69").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.34").

Average rainfall days in October
Windham, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Windham, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Windham, IA

Average snowfall in October - Windham, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Windham, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Windham, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Windham, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Windham, 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 3min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Windham, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Windham, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in October
Windham, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Windham, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Windham, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Windham, IA

Average visibility in October - Windham, 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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