October weather forecastGig Harbor, WA
October
Weather in October
October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Gig Harbor, Washington, with temperature in the range of an average high of 59.2°F (15.1°C) and an average low of 43.9°F (6.6°C).Temperature
Gig Harbor in October demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C) in September to a refreshing 59.2°F (15.1°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 43.9°F (6.6°C) during October.Humidity
In Gig Harbor, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout October, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.9 rainfall days, and 30.08" (764mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Gig Harbor, snow does not fall in April through October.Ocean temperature
In October, the average ocean temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C).Note: Staying in 51.3°F (10.7°C) waters for just a few moments at 55.4°F (13°C) can be harrowing, and below 50°F (10°C) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.
Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 50min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, 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 Gig Harbor, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gig Harbor, WA
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 48min
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 18min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
