October weather forecastGalt, IA
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Galt, Iowa, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.1°F (14.5°C) and min 43.3°F (6.3°C).Temperature
The average high-temperature exhibits a considerable decrease in October, dropping from a moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C) in September to a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C). An average low-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during October.Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout October, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.8 rainfall days, and 25.31" (643mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Galt. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.6 snowfall days, and 18.11" (460mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in October leads to these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Galt, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 43.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.1°F).
Average pressure in October
Galt, IA
- Average pressure in October: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Galt, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Galt, IA
- Average humidity in October: 69%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in October
Galt, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").
Average rainfall days in October
Galt, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Galt, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Galt, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Galt, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Galt, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).
Average UV index in October
Galt, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Galt, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in October
Galt, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and July (5mi).
