October weather forecast
Grantsville, MD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Grantsville, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and an average high of 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in October, from September's pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C) to a moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C). In Grantsville, the average nighttime temperature during October is a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Grantsville, in October, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Grantsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.2 days and collects up to 31.93" (811mm) 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 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Grantsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.7 days and aggregates up to 28.46" (723mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

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 ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

Grantsville in October has an average high-temperature of 60.1°F (15.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Grantsville, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Grantsville, in October, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Grantsville have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Grantsville, the average daily maximum UV index in October 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
Grantsville, MD

Average temperature in October - Grantsville, MD
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Grantsville, MD

Average pressure in October - Grantsville, MD
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Grantsville, MD

Average wind speed in October - Grantsville, MD
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Grantsville, MD

Average humidity in October - Grantsville, MD
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Grantsville, MD

Average rainfall in October - Grantsville, MD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Grantsville, MD

Average rainfall days in October - Grantsville, MD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Grantsville, MD

Average snowfall in October - Grantsville, MD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Grantsville, MD

Average snowfall days in October - Grantsville, MD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Grantsville, MD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Grantsville, MD
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Grantsville, MD

Average sunshine days in October - Grantsville, MD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Grantsville, MD

Average UV index in October - Grantsville, MD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Grantsville, MD

Average cloud cover in October - Grantsville, MD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Grantsville, MD

Average visibility in October - Grantsville, MD
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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