October weather forecast
Grants Pass, OR

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Colorful balloons rise from the scenic grounds in a field near Grant Pass, Oregon
Colorful balloons rise from the scenic grounds in a field near Grant Pass, Oregon

Weather in October

October sees a further dip in temperature, paving the way for the upcoming winter. An obvious increase in rainfall records 1.54" (39mm) spread over 10.5 days. The city witnesses shorter days and lesser hours of sunshine, a prelude to the colder months. The wind dynamics remain stable, providing a soft background rustle as the foliage takes on new hues. A rise in the relative humidity points towards the coming winter.

Temperature

The commencement of October involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a moderately hot 77.4°F (25.2°C) in September to a refreshing 65.5°F (18.6°C). Grants Pass records a marked divergence from the day's high temperatures, with nights in October averaging at an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

Rainfall

In Grants Pass, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.3 rainfall days, and 23.54" (598mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Grants Pass, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:07 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Grants Pass, Oregon, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In Grants Pass, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary 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. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In October, in Grants Pass, the average high-temperature is 65.5°F (18.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Grants Pass, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Grants Pass, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

In Grants Pass, Oregon, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Grants Pass have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:07 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Grants Pass is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Grants Pass, OR

Average temperature in October - Grants Pass, OR
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Grants Pass, OR

Average pressure in October - Grants Pass, OR
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Grants Pass, OR

Average wind speed in October - Grants Pass, OR
  • Average wind speed in October: 3.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Grants Pass, OR

Average humidity in October - Grants Pass, OR
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).

Average rainfall in October
Grants Pass, OR

Average rainfall in October - Grants Pass, OR
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.12").

Average rainfall days in October
Grants Pass, OR

Average rainfall days in October - Grants Pass, OR
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Grants Pass, OR

Average snowfall in October - Grants Pass, OR
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Grants Pass, OR

Average snowfall days in October - Grants Pass, OR
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Grants Pass, OR

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Grants Pass, OR
  • 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: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Grants Pass, OR

Average sunshine days in October - Grants Pass, OR
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Grants Pass, OR

Average UV index in October - Grants Pass, OR
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Grants Pass, OR

Average cloud cover in October - Grants Pass, OR
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in October
Grants Pass, OR

Average visibility in October - Grants Pass, OR
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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