October weather forecast
Edison, NJ

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Weather in October

October fastens into the fall weather as coolness continues to spread through the city. The weather moves to a typical autumn climate with considerable temperature changes. Activities start shifting to indoors with little activity outside during cold nights. Temperature variations from day to night make people realize that winter is not far away.

Temperature

October comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from September's moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C) to a comfortable 63.5°F (17.5°C). Edison's nighttime temperature in October falls to an average of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Edison, during October, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In Edison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.9 days and collects up to 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 63.5°F (17.5°C) and 50.4°F (10.2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In Edison, during October, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Edison have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Edison is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value 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
Edison, NJ

Average temperature in October - Edison, NJ
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in October
Edison, NJ

Average pressure in October - Edison, NJ
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Edison, NJ

Average wind speed in October - Edison, NJ
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Edison, NJ

Average humidity in October - Edison, NJ
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Edison, NJ

Average rainfall in October - Edison, NJ
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in October
Edison, NJ

Average rainfall days in October - Edison, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Edison, NJ

Average snowfall in October - Edison, NJ
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Edison, NJ

Average snowfall days in October - Edison, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 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
Edison, NJ

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Edison, NJ
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Edison, NJ

Average sunshine days in October - Edison, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Edison, NJ

Average UV index in October - Edison, NJ
  • 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Edison, NJ

Average cloud cover in October - Edison, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Edison, NJ

Average visibility in October - Edison, NJ
  • 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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