October weather forecast
Galva, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Galva, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.3°F (14.6°C) and min 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

October's arrival is marked by a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C) in September to a mild 58.3°F (14.6°C). October brings Galva a consistent average low-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Humidity

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 67%, are the least humid months in Galva.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout October, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Galva, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.4 days and collects up to 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Galva, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.4 days and aggregates up to 16.57" (421mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Galva, Iowa, is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Galva?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 58.3°F (14.6°C) and a low-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Galva?

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 67%, are the least humid months in Galva.

What is the average humidity in October in Galva?

In October, the average relative humidity in Galva is 67%.

How much does it rain in Galva in October?

In Galva, during October, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Galva?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Galva have in October?

The average day length in October in Galva is 11h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Galva?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Galva, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Galva have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Galva is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Galva?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Galva is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Galva, IA

Average temperature in October - Galva, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.5°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 (13.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Galva, IA

Average pressure in October - Galva, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Galva, IA

Average wind speed in October - Galva, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Galva, IA

Average humidity in October - Galva, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (67%).

Average rainfall in October
Galva, IA

Average rainfall in October - Galva, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in October
Galva, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Galva, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Galva, IA

Average snowfall in October - Galva, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Galva, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Galva, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Galva, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Galva, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Galva, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Galva, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Galva, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Galva, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Galva, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Galva, IA

Average visibility in October - Galva, IA
  • 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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