October weather forecast
Mountainside, NJ

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Mountainside, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in October, reducing from a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C). Mountainside registers a consistent average low-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C) during October.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout October, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mountainside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.7 days and collects up to 30.12" (765mm) 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 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 25.4 snowfall days, and 10.31" (262mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mountainside, the average length of the day in October 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 5:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Mountainside, New Jersey, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature, in October, in Mountainside, records 63.1°F (17.3°C), while the low-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity in Mountainside are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Mountainside, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout October, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

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 5:54 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mountainside have in October?

In Mountainside, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Mountainside, NJ

Average temperature in October - Mountainside, NJ
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Mountainside, NJ

Average pressure in October - Mountainside, 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
Mountainside, NJ

Average wind speed in October - Mountainside, NJ
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Mountainside, NJ

Average humidity in October - Mountainside, NJ
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Mountainside, NJ

Average rainfall in October - Mountainside, NJ
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in October
Mountainside, NJ

Average rainfall days in October - Mountainside, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mountainside, NJ

Average snowfall in October - Mountainside, NJ
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

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

Average snowfall days in October
Mountainside, NJ

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mountainside, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mountainside, NJ

Average sunshine days in October - Mountainside, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Mountainside, NJ

Average UV index in October - Mountainside, 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
Mountainside, NJ

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Mountainside, NJ

Average visibility in October - Mountainside, NJ
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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