October weather forecast
Galt, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Galt, Iowa, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.3°F (6.3°C) and max 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

As Galt transitions into October, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from a moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C) in September to a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C). Galt, during October nights, observes an average temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Galt, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Galt, in October, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. 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 in Galt. 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, in Galt, there are 46.6 snowfall days, and 18.11" (460mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Galt is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Galt is 5.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in October leads to these recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Galt?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Galt, is 58.1°F (14.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C).

What is the least humid month in Galt?

With an average relative humidity of 69%, October is the least humid month in Galt, Iowa.

What is the average humidity in October in Galt?

In October, the average relative humidity in Galt is 69%.

How many days does it rain in October in Galt?

In Galt, Iowa, in October, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Galt?

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.

What is the average length of the day in October in Galt?

In Galt, the average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Galt?

In October, on the first day of the month, 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.

How long on average sun shines in October in Galt?

In Galt, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Galt?

The months with the lowest UV index in Galt, Iowa, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in October in Galt?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Galt, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Galt, IA

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).

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Average pressure in October
Galt, IA

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).

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Average wind speed in October
Galt, IA

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).

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Average humidity in October
Galt, IA

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%).

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Average rainfall in October
Galt, IA

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").

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Average rainfall days in October
Galt, IA

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).

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Average snowfall in October
Galt, IA

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").

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Average snowfall days in October
Galt, IA

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).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Galt, IA

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 3min

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).

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Average sunshine days in October
Galt, IA

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).

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Average UV index in October
Galt, IA

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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Galt, IA

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).

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Average visibility in October
Galt, IA

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).

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