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Fort Dodge weather in October (Iowa, United States of America)

How is the weather in Fort Dodge in October? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

Temperatures

In October, Fort Dodge typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 17°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 4°C.

Precipitation

Fort Dodge in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 61 mm for the month. Typically around 9 days of rainfall is expected.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, September typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Fort Dodge climate page with graphs.

 

Fort Dodge, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 29%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 61 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  

Where to go in the United States of America in October

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Fort Dodge, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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