October weather forecast
Grundy Center, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Grundy Center, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.7°F (6.5°C) and max 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Temperature

October's arrival sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C) to a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C). In the month of October, Grundy Center records a consistent average low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

The least humid month in Grundy Center, Iowa, is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Grundy Center, during October, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Grundy Center, there are 137.9 rainfall days, and 28.62" (727mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Grundy Center. October is the first month it typically snows in Grundy Center. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Grundy Center, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.6 days and aggregates up to 17.36" (441mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Grundy Center, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of October, in Grundy Center, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Grundy Center, Iowa, is 5.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Grundy Center is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Grundy Center in October?

In Grundy Center, 58.5°F (14.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 43.7°F (6.5°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the least humid month in Grundy Center?

October is the least humid month in Grundy Center, Iowa, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October in Grundy Center?

The average relative humidity in October in Grundy Center, Iowa, is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October in Grundy Center?

In Grundy Center, Iowa, in October, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Grundy Center?

October is the first month it typically snows in Grundy Center, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Grundy Center have in October?

In October, the average day length in Grundy Center, Iowa, is 11h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Grundy Center?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Grundy Center?

The average sunshine duration in October in Grundy Center, Iowa, is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Grundy Center?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Grundy Center, IA

Average temperature in October - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Grundy Center, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Grundy Center, IA

Average wind speed in October - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Grundy Center, IA

Average humidity in October - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Grundy Center, IA

Average rainfall in October - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in October
Grundy Center, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Grundy Center, IA

Average snowfall in October - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Grundy Center, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Grundy Center, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Grundy Center, 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 3min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Grundy Center, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Grundy Center, IA

Average UV index in October - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
Grundy Center, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Grundy Center, IA
  • 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 31).

Average visibility in October
Grundy Center, IA

Average visibility in October - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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