October weather forecast
Galt, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Galt, Illinois, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 44.6°F (7°C) and 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Temperature

Galt's transition into October involves a shift in temperature, receding from a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C) in September to a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C). October witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a chilly 44.6°F (7°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Galt, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout October, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Galt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.2 days and collects up to 17.36" (441mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Galt are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Galt, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.2 days and aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Galt, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During October, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Galt in October?

In Galt, in October, the average high-temperature is 60.6°F (15.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.6°F (7°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Galt, during October, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of 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 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Galt have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Galt, IL

Average temperature in October - Galt, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Galt, IL

Average pressure in October - Galt, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Galt, IL

Average wind speed in October - Galt, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Galt, IL

Average humidity in October - Galt, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Galt, IL

Average rainfall in October - Galt, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in October
Galt, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Galt, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Galt, IL

Average snowfall in October - Galt, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Galt, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Galt, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Galt, IL
  • 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Galt, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Galt, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Galt, IL

Average UV index in October - Galt, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Galt, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Galt, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Galt, IL

Average visibility in October - Galt, IL
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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