Temperatures in October
It's cool to moderate in October in Iowa with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 9°C to a high of 25°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 0°C and 15°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Iowa in October. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Iowa with mild temperatures, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights close to 10°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 17°C, with nights close to 6°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Iowa will be around 13°C, with nights close to 3°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Precipitation in October
In October, there is an average of 137 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. Of the total precipitation, about 3,1 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The average precipitation chance is 23% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in October for Iowa. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Iowa in October |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
16°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
25°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
9°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
137 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
7 days | 14 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
3,1 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
2 days | 0 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Iowa?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then October isn’t the best time to be in Iowa. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Check out the climate of Iowa for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate of Iowa is based on weather data from . Other spots, like New York City, Miami or Los Angeles, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Iowa for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in October in Iowa
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Iowa, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Iowa
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Iowa, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 7 days of rain in Iowa.
Daily Snowfall in October in Iowa
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in October in Iowa, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in October.
Daily UV Index in October in Iowa
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Iowa, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Iowa Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Iowa, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Iowa Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Iowa, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in October in Iowa per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in October in Iowa, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in October for Iowa
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Iowa. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Iowa by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Iowa. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
