October weather forecast
Clayton, DE

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Weather in October

October embodies the essence of fall weather in Clayton, Delaware, with a continued dip in temperatures from September. The arrival of chilly winds is accompanied by a decreasing daylight duration, a part-and-parcel of fall's identity. The weather becomes significantly drier, the transition from summer to autumn further enveloped in lower pressure levels. Precipitation is moderate and relatively more distributed across the month. Though temperatures decline, the UV index remains moderate, ensuring ample brightness during daylight hours.

Temperature

The shift from September to October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C) to a refreshing 65.5°F (18.6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) is witnessed throughout October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In Clayton, Delaware, in October, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Clayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.2 days and collects up to 34.96" (888mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Clayton, Delaware, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature during October is 65.5°F (18.6°C) and the low-temperature is 52.7°F (11.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout October, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Clayton, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Clayton have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Clayton is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Clayton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Clayton, DE

Average temperature in October - Clayton, DE
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Clayton, DE

Average pressure in October - Clayton, DE
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Clayton, DE

Average wind speed in October - Clayton, DE
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Clayton, DE

Average humidity in October - Clayton, DE
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Clayton, DE

Average rainfall in October - Clayton, DE
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in October
Clayton, DE

Average rainfall days in October - Clayton, DE
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Clayton, DE

Average snowfall in October - Clayton, DE
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Clayton, DE

Average snowfall days in October - Clayton, DE
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Clayton, DE

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Clayton, DE
  • 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Clayton, DE

Average sunshine days in October - Clayton, DE
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Clayton, DE

Average UV index in October - Clayton, DE
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Clayton, DE

Average cloud cover in October - Clayton, DE
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Clayton, DE

Average visibility in October - Clayton, DE
  • 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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