October weather forecast
Mount Sterling, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Mount Sterling, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

Setting in of October comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 76.5°F (24.7°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C). During October, Mount Sterling's temperature averages to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) at night.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month in Mount Sterling.

Rainfall

In Mount Sterling, in October, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.6 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Mount Sterling. October is the first month it typically snows in Mount Sterling. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mount Sterling, Iowa, there are 25.3 snowfall days, and 13.86" (352mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of October, in Mount Sterling, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Mount Sterling is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during October morphs into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. 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 the temperatures in Mount Sterling in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mount Sterling, Iowa, are 62.4°F (16.9°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in Mount Sterling?

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month in Mount Sterling.

What is the average humidity in October in Mount Sterling?

The average relative humidity in October in Mount Sterling is 71%.

How much does it rain in Mount Sterling in October?

In October, in Mount Sterling, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout October, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Mount Sterling?

October is the first month it typically snows in Mount Sterling, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Mount Sterling?

The average day length in October in Mount Sterling, Iowa, is 11h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Mount Sterling?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mount Sterling, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Mount Sterling?

In Mount Sterling, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Mount Sterling?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Mount Sterling, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Mount Sterling, IA

Average temperature in October - Mount Sterling, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in October
Mount Sterling, IA

Average pressure in October - Mount Sterling, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"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
Mount Sterling, IA

Average wind speed in October - Mount Sterling, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

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
Mount Sterling, IA

Average humidity in October - Mount Sterling, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Mount Sterling, IA

Average rainfall in October - Mount Sterling, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in October
Mount Sterling, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Mount Sterling, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Mount Sterling, IA

Average snowfall in October - Mount Sterling, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Mount Sterling, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Mount Sterling, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 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
Mount Sterling, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mount Sterling, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • 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).

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Average sunshine days in October
Mount Sterling, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Mount Sterling, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Mount Sterling, IA

Average UV index in October - Mount Sterling, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Mount Sterling, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Mount Sterling, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

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

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Average visibility in October
Mount Sterling, IA

Average visibility in October - Mount Sterling, IA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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