October weather forecast
Grand River, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Grand River, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and an average low of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

Grand River's October weather is marked by a distinct drop in high-temperatures, declining from a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Grand River's average low-temperature in October is measured at a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Grand River, during October, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. In Grand River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.4 days and collects up to 20.24" (514mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Grand River, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.2 days and aggregates up to 10.16" (258mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Grand River, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in October transforms into this advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature during October is 61.7°F (16.5°C) and the low-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In Grand River, the average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Grand River, in October, during 9.9 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Grand River, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Grand River, IA

Average temperature in October - Grand River, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Grand River, IA

Average pressure in October - Grand River, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Grand River, IA

Average wind speed in October - Grand River, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Grand River, IA

Average humidity in October - Grand River, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Grand River, IA

Average rainfall in October - Grand River, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
Grand River, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Grand River, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.9 days

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

Average snowfall in October
Grand River, IA

Average snowfall in October - Grand River, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Grand River, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Grand River, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 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 River, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Grand River, IA
  • 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Grand River, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Grand River, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Grand River, IA

Average UV index in October - Grand River, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
Grand River, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Grand River, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Grand River, IA

Average visibility in October - Grand River, 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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