Temperature in Iowa in October

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Iowa, the United States of America this October.

Iowa, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in October ranging from 16°C (61°F) in Mason City to 19°C (66°F) in Keokuk. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Keokuk and 3°C (37°F) in Mason City.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Iowa, the United States of America in October?

To get a sense of October's typical temperatures in the key spots of Iowa, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Best Places to Visit in Iowa in October

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in October: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Iowa temperatures in October: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Iowa, the United States of America in October?

Expect daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) in West Des Moines. That makes October a moderate month for Iowa, the United States of America.

How cold does it get at night in Iowa, the United States of America in October?

Average overnight lows in Iowa, the United States of America during October sit near 6°C (43°F) in West Des Moines.

What is the warmest city in October in Iowa, the United States of America?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Keokuk clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 19°C (66°F), and evenings that remain near 7°C (45°F).

What is the coldest city in October in Iowa, the United States of America?

According to our data, Mason City holds the title for the coldest city in Iowa, the United States of America in October. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 16°C (61°F) and drops to lows of about 3°C (37°F) during the night.

How much sun does Iowa, the United States of America get in October?

West Des Moines usually sees around 212 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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