October weather forecast
Grant City, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Grant City, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

As Grant City transitions into October, a marked decrease in the average high-temperature is observed, dropping from a moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C) in September to a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C). October nights observe an average temperature dip to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Humidity

In Grant City, Iowa, the average relative humidity in October is 68%.

Rainfall

In Grant City, in October, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.9 rainfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Grant City, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.1 days and aggregates up to 7.99" (203mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of October, in Grant City, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Grant City, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Grant City is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during October morphs into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Grant City?

In Grant City, in October, the average high-temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Grant City, the average relative humidity in October is 68%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout October, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Grant City have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Grant City, IA

Average temperature in October - Grant City, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°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°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Grant City, IA

Average pressure in October - Grant City, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Grant City, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Grant City, IA

Average humidity in October - Grant City, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

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

Average rainfall in October
Grant City, IA

Average rainfall in October - Grant City, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Grant City, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Grant City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Grant City, IA

Average snowfall in October - Grant City, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Grant City, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Grant City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Grant City, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Grant City, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

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
Grant City, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Grant City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in October
Grant City, IA

Average UV index in October - Grant City, IA
  • 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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Grant City, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Grant City, 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
Grant City, IA

Average visibility in October - Grant City, 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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