October weather forecast
Rockaway, NJ

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Rockaway, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

October ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from September's moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C) to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Rockaway in October anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Rockaway, in October, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rockaway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.9 days and collects up to 6.69" (170mm) 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 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.1 snowfall days, and 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Rockaway, the average seawater temperature in October is 62.4°F (16.9°C).
Note: In 62.4°F (16.9°C), swimming is not an enjoyable activity for most. The challenge of managing one's breathing increases as the temperature goes under 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

In Rockaway, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of October in Rockaway, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Rockaway is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rockaway in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rockaway, New Jersey, are 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Rockaway?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months in Rockaway.

What is the average humidity in October in Rockaway?

In Rockaway, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

How much does it rain in Rockaway in October?

In October, in Rockaway, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout October, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Rockaway?

October is the first month it typically snows in Rockaway. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in October in Rockaway?

In Rockaway, in October, the average water temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C). For most, swimming in 62.4°F (16.9°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

What is the average length of the day in October in Rockaway?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Rockaway?

On the first day of October in Rockaway, New Jersey, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Rockaway?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Rockaway?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Rockaway, New Jersey, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Rockaway, NJ

Average temperature in October - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Rockaway, NJ

Average pressure in October - Rockaway, 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
Rockaway, NJ

Average wind speed in October - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Rockaway, NJ

Average humidity in October - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Rockaway, NJ

Average rainfall in October - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.16").

Average rainfall days in October
Rockaway, NJ

Average rainfall days in October - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rockaway, NJ

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rockaway, NJ

Average snowfall days in October - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Rockaway, NJ

Average sea temperature in October - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in October: 62.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.3°F).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rockaway, NJ

Average sunshine days in October - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (18.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Rockaway, NJ

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Rockaway, NJ

Average cloud cover in October - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Rockaway, NJ

Average visibility in October - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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