October weather forecast
Elkins, NH

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Elkins, New Hampshire, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.6°F (13.1°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

During the transition into October, Elkins observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) in September to a refreshing 55.6°F (13.1°C). An average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) is observed during the October nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 14.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57 snowfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Elkins, New Hampshire, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in Elkins, is 55.6°F (13.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 40.1°F (4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

What is the rainiest month in Elkins?

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.4 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Elkins, in October, during 14.4 rainfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkins have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Elkins, NH

Average temperature in October - Elkins, NH
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Elkins, NH

Average pressure in October - Elkins, NH
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Elkins, NH

Average wind speed in October - Elkins, NH
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Elkins, NH

Average humidity in October - Elkins, NH
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Elkins, NH

Average rainfall in October - Elkins, NH
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.93").

Average rainfall days in October
Elkins, NH

Average rainfall days in October - Elkins, NH
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Elkins, NH

Average snowfall in October - Elkins, NH
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Elkins, NH

Average snowfall days in October - Elkins, NH
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Elkins, NH

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Elkins, NH
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Elkins, NH

Average sunshine days in October - Elkins, NH
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Elkins, NH

Average UV index in October - Elkins, NH
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Elkins, NH

Average cloud cover in October - Elkins, NH
  • Average cloud cover in October: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in October
Elkins, NH

Average visibility in October - Elkins, NH
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and September (4mi).

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