October weather forecast
Gray, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Gray, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 59°F (15°C).

Temperature

The start of October signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a refreshing 59°F (15°C). Gray, during October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months in Gray.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout October, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gray, Iowa, there are 126.1 rainfall days, and 26.38" (670mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Gray. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.5 snowfall days, and 18.23" (463mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gray, Iowa, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Gray is 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gray, Iowa, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Gray?

The high-temperature, in October, in Gray, records 59°F (15°C), while the low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the least humid months in Gray?

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months in Gray, Iowa.

What is the average humidity in October in Gray?

The average relative humidity in October in Gray, Iowa, is 69%.

How much does it rain in Gray in October?

In Gray, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Gray?

October is the first month it typically snows in Gray, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gray have in October?

The average day length in October in Gray is 11h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Gray?

On the first day of October in Gray, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gray have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Gray, Iowa, is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gray?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October in Gray?

In Gray, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Gray, IA

Average temperature in October - Gray, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Gray, IA

Average pressure in October - Gray, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Gray, IA

Average wind speed in October - Gray, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Gray, IA

Average humidity in October - Gray, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (69%).

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Average rainfall in October
Gray, IA

Average rainfall in October - Gray, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in October
Gray, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Gray, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Gray, IA

Average snowfall in October - Gray, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Gray, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Gray, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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
Gray, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gray, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Gray, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Gray, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Gray, IA

Average UV index in October - Gray, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Gray, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Gray, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Gray, IA

Average visibility in October - Gray, IA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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