October weather forecast
Middletown, DE

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Weather in October

October in Middletown brings evident autumn weather as temperatures continue to decline. The weather, shifting from the summer heat of September, now sees an average high temperature of 65.3°F (18.5°C). Trees clothe themselves in fall colors, and the crisp air evolves into a starker contrast to the waning warmth of September. As the days become cooler and darker, the cityscape evokes a sense of calm before the approaching winter chill. Despite the advancing cooler temperatures, October maintains a pleasant weather, making it a beautiful time to be in Middletown.

Temperature

As Middletown enters October, the average high-temperature decreases from the a warm 77°F (25°C) of September to a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). Middletown experiences a nighttime temperature average of 51.6°F (10.9°C) during October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout October, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.6 rainfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Middletown, Delaware, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during October leads to these instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Middletown in October?

During October, Middletown experiences an average high-temperature of 65.3°F (18.5°C) and a low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Middletown, Delaware, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout October, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Middletown have in October?

In October, the average day length in Middletown is 11h and 9min.

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 6:02 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Middletown have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Middletown?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Middletown is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Middletown, DE

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Middletown, DE

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Middletown, DE

Average wind speed in October - Middletown, DE
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Middletown, DE

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Middletown, DE

Average rainfall in October - Middletown, DE
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in October
Middletown, DE

Average rainfall days in October - Middletown, DE
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Middletown, DE

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Middletown, DE

Average snowfall days in October - Middletown, 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
Middletown, DE

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Middletown, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Middletown, DE

Average sunshine days in October - Middletown, DE
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Middletown, DE

Average UV index in October - Middletown, 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
Middletown, DE

Average cloud cover in October - Middletown, DE
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Middletown, DE

Average visibility in October - Middletown, 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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