October weather forecast
Pike Creek, DE

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Weather in October

October welcomes fall in full splendor to Pike Creek, with temperatures dropping significantly and the landscape transforming into a glorious palette of yellows and reds. Despite an average temperature decline, rainfall remains steady, and winds begin to pick up. With less sunshine and more cloud cover, October envelopes Pike Creek in typical autumnal charm.

Temperature

The transition into October in Pike Creek is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a warm 76.5°F (24.7°C) in September to a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C). Pike Creek's average low-temperature is measured at a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) during October.

Humidity

May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Pike Creek, during October, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.9 rainfall days, and 34.84" (885mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall in Pike Creek.

Daylight

In Pike Creek, the average length of the day in October 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 7:31 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Pike Creek is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Pike Creek?

In Pike Creek, 64.8°F (18.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 50.2°F (10.1°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout October, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Pike Creek, snow does not fall in June through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / 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 7:31 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Pike Creek, DE

Average temperature in October - Pike Creek, DE
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.8°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 (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Pike Creek, DE

Average pressure in October - Pike Creek, 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
Pike Creek, DE

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Pike Creek, DE

Average humidity in October - Pike Creek, DE
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Pike Creek, DE

Average rainfall in October - Pike Creek, DE
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Pike Creek, DE

Average rainfall days in October - Pike Creek, DE
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.7 days

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

Average snowfall in October
Pike Creek, DE

Average snowfall in October - Pike Creek, DE
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Pike Creek, DE

Average snowfall days in October - Pike Creek, DE
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
Pike Creek, DE

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Pike Creek, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Pike Creek, DE

Average sunshine days in October - Pike Creek, DE
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Pike Creek, DE

Average UV index in October - Pike Creek, DE
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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
Pike Creek, DE

Average cloud cover in October - Pike Creek, DE
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Pike Creek, DE

Average visibility in October - Pike Creek, 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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