October weather forecast
Rome, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Rome, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

As Rome welcomes October, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's warm 76.3°F (24.6°C) to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Rome's temperature lowers to a mean of 45.7°F (7.6°C) during the nights in October.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Rome, in October, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rome, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.1 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rome are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Rome. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.7 snowfall days, and 15" (381mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rome, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of October in Rome, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in October translates into this advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Rome?

In October, in Rome, the average high-temperature is 61.7°F (16.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Rome?

October is the least humid month in Rome, Iowa, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October in Rome?

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October in Rome?

In Rome, Iowa, in October, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Rome?

October is the first month it typically snows in Rome, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rome have in October?

In October, the average day length in Rome, Iowa, is 11h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Rome?

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, in Rome, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rome have in October?

In Rome, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Rome?

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

Average temperature in October - Rome, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.7°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 (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Rome, IA

Average pressure in October - Rome, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Rome, IA

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

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

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Average humidity in October
Rome, IA

Average humidity in October - Rome, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Rome, IA

Average rainfall in October - Rome, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in October
Rome, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Rome, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Rome, IA

Average snowfall in October - Rome, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Rome, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Rome, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rome, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Rome, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Rome, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Rome, IA

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

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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Rome, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Rome, IA

Average visibility in October - Rome, 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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