October weather forecast
Grand Canyon Village, AZ

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Weather in October

October is significantly cooler, indicating a clear move towards winter from the warm weather, with temperatures generally hovering from 44.1°F (6.7°C) to 64.6°F (18.1°C). This is a month with relatively higher wind speed, making the weather a bit more bracing. A steady surge in cloud formation can be noted as October progresses. The decreased daylight and sunshine hours underline the shortening of days. The drop in temperature does bring a beautiful color transition in the flora around the region.

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, shifting from a warm 77.9°F (25.5°C) in September to a comfortable 64.6°F (18.1°C). Grand Canyon Village's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 44.1°F (6.7°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 41%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout October, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Grand Canyon Village, during the entire year, the rain falls for 46.8 days and collects up to 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Grand Canyon Village, during the entire year, snow falls for 23 days and aggregates up to 10.24" (260mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Grand Canyon Village is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 6:11 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Grand Canyon Village, is 64.6°F (18.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 44.1°F (6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Grand Canyon Village?

In October, the average relative humidity is 41%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Grand Canyon Village, in October, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 6:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 8.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Grand Canyon Village, AZ

Average temperature in October - Grand Canyon Village, AZ
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Grand Canyon Village, AZ

Average pressure in October - Grand Canyon Village, AZ
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Grand Canyon Village, AZ

Average wind speed in October - Grand Canyon Village, AZ
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Grand Canyon Village, AZ

Average humidity in October - Grand Canyon Village, AZ
  • Average humidity in October: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (21%).

Average rainfall in October
Grand Canyon Village, AZ

Average rainfall in October - Grand Canyon Village, AZ
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (0.51").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.08").

Average rainfall days in October
Grand Canyon Village, AZ

Average rainfall days in October - Grand Canyon Village, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Grand Canyon Village, AZ

Average snowfall in October - Grand Canyon Village, AZ
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Grand Canyon Village, AZ

Average snowfall days in October - Grand Canyon Village, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Grand Canyon Village, AZ

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Grand Canyon Village, AZ
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Grand Canyon Village, AZ

Average sunshine days in October - Grand Canyon Village, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in October: 26 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Grand Canyon Village, AZ

Average UV index in October - Grand Canyon Village, AZ
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Grand Canyon Village, AZ

Average cloud cover in October - Grand Canyon Village, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in October: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in October
Grand Canyon Village, AZ

Average visibility in October - Grand Canyon Village, AZ
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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