October Rainfall and Precipitation in Iowa
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Best Places to Visit in Iowa in October
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in October: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Iowa precipitation in October: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Iowa, the United States of America receive in October?
West Des Moines sees moderate rainfall in October, averaging around 69 mm (2.7 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.
How many days does it rain in Iowa, the United States of America in October?
Rainfall in West Des Moines typically falls on roughly 9 days days in October.
Is October part of the rainy season in Iowa, the United States of America?
Not really. October is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Iowa, the United States of America.
What is the wettest city in October in Iowa, the United States of America?
Atlantic is the wettest city in Iowa, the United States of America in October according to our database, with average rainfall of around 86 mm (3.4 in).
What is the driest city in October in Iowa, the United States of America?
Based on our database, Clear Lake sees the least rainfall in Iowa, the United States of America in October, with around 56 mm (2.2 in) on average.
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