October weather forecast
Middletown, NJ

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Weather in October

October brings Middletown fully into the fall season. The transition from the warmer months is evident with the falling temperatures. However, it is the striking change in the landscape that spells the arrival of autumn. The rainfall slightly increases to 1.02" (26mm) but the reduction in humidity and the falling temperatures transform the city into a typical fall setting. Residents enjoy the crisp air and the beckoning outdoors replete with fall colors.

Temperature

Arrival of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C) in September to a refreshing 63.5°F (17.5°C). In October, the average low-temperature is a cool 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Middletown is 76%.

Rainfall

In Middletown, during October, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Middletown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127 days and collects up to 12.99" (330mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Middletown, New Jersey, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.7 days and aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Middletown, New Jersey, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

UV index

In Middletown, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Middletown in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 63.5°F (17.5°C) and 53.6°F (12°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Middletown, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Middletown, during October, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October in Middletown, New Jersey, is 11h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Middletown, NJ

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Middletown, NJ

Average pressure in October - Middletown, 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
Middletown, NJ

Average wind speed in October - Middletown, NJ
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Middletown, NJ

Average humidity in October - Middletown, NJ
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Middletown, NJ

Average rainfall in October - Middletown, NJ
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
Middletown, NJ

Average rainfall days in October - Middletown, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Middletown, NJ

Average snowfall in October - Middletown, NJ
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Middletown, NJ

Average snowfall days in October - Middletown, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Middletown, NJ

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Middletown, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Middletown, NJ

Average sunshine days in October - Middletown, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Middletown, NJ

Average UV index in October - Middletown, NJ
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Middletown, NJ

Average cloud cover in October - Middletown, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Middletown, NJ

Average visibility in October - Middletown, 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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