October weather forecast
Milton, DE

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Weather in October

October wears its autumn colors proudly, with shorter days and longer, cooler nights in Milton. Despite the slight chill, the city remains lively under 11.2h of daylight, illuminated under the fall foliage. The relative humidity dips to 76%, providing a respite from the summer mugginess. The clouds disperse a bit more, dotting the October sky rather than covering it. This month also witnesses a sudden jump in wind speed, gusting at a significant 15.9mph (25.6km/h).

Temperature

Setting in of October comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 75.7°F (24.3°C) in September to a refreshing 66°F (18.9°C). In Milton, October is marked by an average low-temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Humidity

In Milton, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Milton, in October, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 124.9 rainfall days, and 11.34" (288mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Milton, snow does not fall in April, June through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of October, in Milton, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during October translates into the following directions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

Milton in October has an average high-temperature of 66°F (18.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Milton, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Milton, during October, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Milton, snow does not fall in April, June through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Milton have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Milton, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Milton?

In Milton, Delaware, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Milton, DE

Average temperature in October - Milton, DE
  • Average high temperature in October: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 55.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Milton, DE

Average pressure in October - Milton, 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
Milton, DE

Average wind speed in October - Milton, DE
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Milton, DE

Average humidity in October - Milton, DE
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Milton, DE

Average rainfall in October - Milton, DE
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
Milton, DE

Average rainfall days in October - Milton, DE
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Milton, DE

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Milton, DE

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Milton, DE

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Milton, DE
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Milton, DE

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Milton, DE

Average UV index in October - Milton, 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
Milton, DE

Average cloud cover in October - Milton, DE
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in October
Milton, DE

Average visibility in October - Milton, 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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