October weather forecast
Metuchen, NJ

Share

Weather in October

October, like September, in Metuchen, New Jersey, is another comfortable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 63.5°F (17.5°C) and an average low of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Temperature

October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from September's warm 75.6°F (24.2°C) to an enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C). Metuchen's temperature drops to an average low of 50.4°F (10.2°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, in Metuchen, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout October, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Metuchen, New Jersey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.9 days and collects up to 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Metuchen, New Jersey, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:54 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 medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Metuchen?

In Metuchen, 63.5°F (17.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 50.4°F (10.2°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

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 Metuchen, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout October, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Metuchen, the average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

When 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, in Metuchen, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Metuchen have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Metuchen, NJ

Average temperature in October - Metuchen, 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
Metuchen, NJ

Average pressure in October - Metuchen, 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
Metuchen, NJ

Average wind speed in October - Metuchen, 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
Metuchen, NJ

Average humidity in October - Metuchen, 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
Metuchen, NJ

Average rainfall in October - Metuchen, 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
Metuchen, NJ

Average rainfall days in October - Metuchen, 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
Metuchen, NJ

Average snowfall in October - Metuchen, 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
Metuchen, NJ

Average snowfall days in October - Metuchen, 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
Metuchen, NJ

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Metuchen, 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
Metuchen, NJ

Average sunshine days in October - Metuchen, 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
Metuchen, NJ

Average UV index in October - Metuchen, 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
Metuchen, NJ

Average cloud cover in October - Metuchen, 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
Metuchen, NJ

Average visibility in October - Metuchen, 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).

Metuchen, New Jersey, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location