October weather forecast
Windsor Heights, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Windsor Heights, Iowa, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

October marks a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, descending from September's warm 75.6°F (24.2°C) to a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C). Windsor Heights's temperature lowers to a mean of 44.8°F (7.1°C) during the nights in October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, in Windsor Heights, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout October, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.3 rainfall days, and 25.91" (658mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Windsor Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.4 days and aggregates up to 12.99" (330mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Windsor Heights, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Windsor Heights?

In Windsor Heights, in October, the average high-temperature is 60.6°F (15.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.8°F (7.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°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?

In Windsor Heights, the average relative humidity in October is 70%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Windsor Heights, in October, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Windsor Heights have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Windsor Heights, IA

Average temperature in October - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.8°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 (14.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Windsor Heights, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Windsor Heights, IA

Average wind speed in October - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in October
Windsor Heights, IA

Average humidity in October - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Windsor Heights, IA

Average rainfall in October - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in October
Windsor Heights, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Windsor Heights, IA

Average snowfall in October - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Windsor Heights, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Windsor Heights, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Windsor Heights, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Windsor Heights, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Windsor Heights, IA

Average UV index in October - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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
Windsor Heights, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Windsor Heights, IA

Average visibility in October - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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