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
October brings a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C) in September to a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C). In Rock Rapids, October nights witness a steady temperature drop to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C).Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 67%.Rainfall
In Rock Rapids, during October, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 119.2 rainfall days, and 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Rock Rapids are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Rock Rapids, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.3 days and aggregates up to 19.29" (490mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 1min.On the first day of October in Rock Rapids, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Rock Rapids is 6h.UV index
In Rock Rapids, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in October in Rock Rapids?
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What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Rock Rapids?
How many hours of sunshine does Rock Rapids have in October?
What is the UV index intensity in October in Rock Rapids?
Average temperature in October
Rock Rapids, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 57.4°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 (23°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 41.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Rock Rapids, IA
- Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Rock Rapids, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Rock Rapids, IA
- Average humidity in October: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in October
Rock Rapids, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").
Average rainfall days in October
Rock Rapids, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in October
Rock Rapids, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Rock Rapids, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Rock Rapids, 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: 6h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Rock Rapids, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).
Average UV index in October
Rock Rapids, 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
Rock Rapids, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in October
Rock Rapids, 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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