October weather forecast
Elsmere, DE

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Weather in October

October resides in the heart of autumn in Elsmere, with weather becoming considerably cooler. The fallen leaves cover the city in hues of red and gold, painting an idyllic fall picture. Exceptionally less rainfall is observed, albeit spread over an equal number of days as September. Shorter daylight hours along with the mild weather condition form a pleasant ambiance. As the city gears up for November, it braces for the onset of winter.

Temperature

As October begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 76.5°F (24.7°C) in September to a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C). During the nights in October, Elsmere observes an average low-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout October, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.9 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Elsmere is 11h and 8min.
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 6:01 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Elsmere, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In Elsmere, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

Elsmere in October has an average high-temperature of 65.3°F (18.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Elsmere?

October is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Elsmere, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Elsmere, in October, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Elsmere, the average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

What time 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 6:01 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elsmere have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Elsmere, DE
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.3°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 (26.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Elsmere, DE

Average pressure in October - Elsmere, 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
Elsmere, DE

Average wind speed in October - Elsmere, DE
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Elsmere, DE

Average humidity in October - Elsmere, DE
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Elsmere, DE

Average rainfall in October - Elsmere, DE
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in October
Elsmere, DE

Average rainfall days in October - Elsmere, DE
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Elsmere, DE

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Elsmere, DE

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Elsmere, DE

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Elsmere, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Elsmere, DE

Average sunshine days in October - Elsmere, DE
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Elsmere, DE

Average UV index in October - Elsmere, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Elsmere, DE

Average cloud cover in October - Elsmere, DE
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Elsmere, DE

Average visibility in October - Elsmere, 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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