October weather forecast
Galena, IN

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Galena, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.2°F (19°C) and 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

Arrival of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 79.2°F (26.2°C) in September to a refreshing 66.2°F (19°C). The average low-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C) is witnessed during October.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Galena, in October, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.5 rainfall days, and 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30 snowfall days, and 8.9" (226mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Galena is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature during October is 66.2°F (19°C) and the low-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 74%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Galena, in October, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:44 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Galena is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Galena, IN

Average temperature in October - Galena, IN
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Galena, IN

Average pressure in October - Galena, IN
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Galena, IN

Average wind speed in October - Galena, IN
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Galena, IN

Average humidity in October - Galena, IN
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Galena, IN

Average rainfall in October - Galena, IN
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in October
Galena, IN

Average rainfall days in October - Galena, IN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Galena, IN

Average snowfall in October - Galena, IN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Galena, IN

Average snowfall days in October - Galena, IN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Galena, IN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Galena, IN
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Galena, IN

Average sunshine days in October - Galena, IN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Galena, IN

Average UV index in October - Galena, IN
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Galena, IN

Average cloud cover in October - Galena, IN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Galena, IN

Average visibility in October - Galena, IN
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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