October weather forecast
Galva, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Galva, Illinois, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks October, falling from September's moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C) to a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C). In the month of October, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout October, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Galva, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.2 days and collects up to 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall 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 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Galva, during the entire year, snow falls for 37 days and aggregates up to 12.91" (328mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Galva, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

Galva in October has an average high-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Galva, during October, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) 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 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Galva have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Galva?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Galva have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

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 moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Galva, IL

Average temperature in October - Galva, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Galva, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Galva, IL

Average wind speed in October - Galva, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Galva, IL

Average humidity in October - Galva, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Galva, IL

Average rainfall in October - Galva, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.42").

Average rainfall days in October
Galva, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Galva, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Galva, IL

Average snowfall in October - Galva, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Galva, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 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
Galva, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Galva, IL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Galva, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Galva, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Galva, IL

Average UV index in October - Galva, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Galva, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Galva, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Galva, IL

Average visibility in October - Galva, 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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