United StatesAverage weather for Iowa in October
It's warm in October in Iowa with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 21°C.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Iowa with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 21°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 29°C, with nights around 18°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Iowa is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 13°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In October, there is an average of 80 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Iowa in October |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
28°C | 21°C | |
 Max. temperature |
32°C | 26°C | |
| Min. temperature |
22°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
80 mm | 119 mm | |
| Rainy days |
6 days | 13 days | |
September
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 great weather? October is a good time to be in Iowa. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
The hurricane season in Iowa runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2019, Iowa reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 2°C to a highest value of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Iowa
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for Iowa, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Iowa
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Iowa, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed 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 it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect about 6 days of precipitation in Iowa.
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 few years.
Total precipitation in October in Iowa over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Iowa, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in October for Iowa
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual 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.
