October weather forecast
Scranton, KY

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Scranton, Kentucky, is another comfortable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66°F (18.9°C) and an average low of 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

As October begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 79°F (26.1°C) in September to a comfortable 66°F (18.9°C). Scranton's average low-temperature is measured at a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) during October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Scranton, during October, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.2 rainfall days, and 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 12.48" (317mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Scranton, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

In Scranton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Scranton in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Scranton, is 66°F (18.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 47.5°F (8.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Scranton, Kentucky, in October, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Scranton have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Scranton have in October?

In Scranton, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Scranton is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Scranton, KY

Average temperature in October - Scranton, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Scranton, KY

Average pressure in October - Scranton, KY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Scranton, KY

Average wind speed in October - Scranton, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Scranton, KY

Average humidity in October - Scranton, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Scranton, KY

Average rainfall in October - Scranton, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in October
Scranton, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Scranton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Scranton, KY

Average snowfall in October - Scranton, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Scranton, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Scranton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Scranton, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Scranton, KY
  • 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Scranton, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Scranton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Scranton, KY

Average UV index in October - Scranton, KY
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Scranton, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Scranton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Scranton, KY

Average visibility in October - Scranton, KY
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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