October weather forecast
Gig Harbor, WA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Gig Harbor, Washington, with an average temperature varying between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in October, with a decline from a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C) in September to a refreshing 59.2°F (15.1°C). In October, in Gig Harbor, the average low-temperature is a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In Gig Harbor, Washington, in October, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gig Harbor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.9 days and collects up to 30.08" (764mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Gig Harbor, snow does not fall in April through October.

Ocean temperature

In Gig Harbor, the average seawater temperature in October is 51.3°F (10.7°C).
Note: Beware of 51.3°F (10.7°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C), they're uninviting, and a dip below 50°F (10°C) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of October, in Gig Harbor, Washington, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:54 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Gig Harbor is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Gig Harbor?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Gig Harbor, is 59.2°F (15.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Gig Harbor?

The average relative humidity in October in Gig Harbor, Washington, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in October in Gig Harbor?

In Gig Harbor, in October, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Gig Harbor?

April through October are months without snowfall in Gig Harbor, Washington.

Does it snow in Gig Harbor in October?

In Gig Harbor, Washington, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the water temperature in October in Gig Harbor?

In Gig Harbor, the average seawater temperature in October is 51.3°F (10.7°C). Swimming in 51.3°F (10.7°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in October in Gig Harbor?

In October, the average day length in Gig Harbor, Washington, is 10h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Gig Harbor?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gig Harbor, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:54 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Gig Harbor?

The average sunshine duration in October in Gig Harbor is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in October in Gig Harbor?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Gig Harbor, Washington, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Gig Harbor, WA

Average temperature in October - Gig Harbor, WA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.7°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (34.3°F).

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Average pressure in October
Gig Harbor, WA

Average pressure in October - Gig Harbor, WA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March, August and September (30.01"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Gig Harbor, WA

Average wind speed in October - Gig Harbor, WA
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Gig Harbor, WA

Average humidity in October - Gig Harbor, WA
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

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Average rainfall in October
Gig Harbor, WA

Average rainfall in October - Gig Harbor, WA
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in October
Gig Harbor, WA

Average rainfall days in October - Gig Harbor, WA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Gig Harbor, WA

Average snowfall in October - Gig Harbor, WA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Gig Harbor, WA

Average snowfall days in October - Gig Harbor, WA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Gig Harbor, WA

Average sea temperature in October - Gig Harbor, WA
  • Average sea temperature in October: 51.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.8°F).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gig Harbor, WA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gig Harbor, WA
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Gig Harbor, WA

Average sunshine days in October - Gig Harbor, WA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Gig Harbor, WA

Average UV index in October - Gig Harbor, WA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Gig Harbor, WA

Average cloud cover in October - Gig Harbor, WA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in October
Gig Harbor, WA

Average visibility in October - Gig Harbor, WA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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