October weather forecast
Galena, MO

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Galena, Missouri, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 67.5°F (19.7°C) and 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Temperature

In October, the average high-temperature goes from a warm 80.2°F (26.8°C) in September to an enjoyable 67.5°F (19.7°C). Galena's nighttime temperature in October drops to an average of 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, July, August and October, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Galena, in October, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.8 rainfall days, and 35.71" (907mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Galena, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, in Galena, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

In Galena, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In October, in Galena, the average high-temperature is 67.5°F (19.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.4°F (9.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are January, July, August and October, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Galena, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, in Galena, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout October, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Galena, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Galena have in October?

In Galena, Missouri, the average day length in October is 11h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Galena, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Galena is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Galena, MO

Average temperature in October - Galena, MO
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in October
Galena, MO

Average pressure in October - Galena, MO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Galena, MO

Average wind speed in October - Galena, MO
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Galena, MO

Average humidity in October - Galena, MO
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, July, August and October (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Galena, MO

Average rainfall in October - Galena, MO
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

Average rainfall days in October
Galena, MO

Average rainfall days in October - Galena, MO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Galena, MO

Average snowfall in October - Galena, MO
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Galena, MO

Average snowfall days in October - Galena, MO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Galena, MO

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Galena, MO
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Galena, MO

Average sunshine days in October - Galena, MO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Galena, MO

Average UV index in October - Galena, MO
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Galena, MO

Average cloud cover in October - Galena, MO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Galena, MO

Average visibility in October - Galena, MO
  • 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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