Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
A noticeable downshift in temperatures is seen in Northwood as September gives way to October, with average highs moving from a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C) to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). In the month of October, the nighttime temperature in Northwood dips to a steady average of 41.7°F (5.4°C).Humidity
April and October, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months in Northwood.Rainfall
In Northwood, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Northwood, there are 134.3 rainfall days, and 25.08" (637mm) 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 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Northwood, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 57 days and aggregates up to 22.83" (580mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.On the first day of October in Northwood, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Northwood is 5.4h.UV index
In Northwood, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index reading in October in Northwood?
Average temperature in October
Northwood, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 41.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).
Average pressure in October
Northwood, IA
- Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Northwood, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 10mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.4mph).
Average humidity in October
Northwood, IA
- Average humidity in October: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (72%).
Average rainfall in October
Northwood, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").
Average rainfall days in October
Northwood, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Northwood, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Northwood, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Northwood, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Northwood, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).
Average UV index in October
Northwood, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Northwood, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in October
Northwood, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and December (5mi).
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