October weather forecast
Short Hills, NJ

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Short Hills, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between max 63.1°F (17.3°C) and min 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Temperature

The start of October signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) in September to a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C). During October, Short Hills observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Short Hills, during October, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.5 rainfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Short Hills, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Short Hills, New Jersey, 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 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Short Hills, New Jersey, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Short Hills in October?

Short Hills in October has an average high-temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Short Hills?

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout October, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Short Hills, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Short Hills?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:38 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 Short Hills have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in October in Short Hills?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Short Hills, NJ

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°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 (24.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Short Hills, NJ

Average pressure in October - Short Hills, 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
Short Hills, NJ

Average wind speed in October - Short Hills, NJ
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Short Hills, NJ

Average humidity in October - Short Hills, NJ
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Short Hills, NJ

Average rainfall in October - Short Hills, NJ
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Short Hills, NJ

Average rainfall days in October - Short Hills, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Short Hills, NJ

Average snowfall in October - Short Hills, NJ
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Short Hills, NJ

Average snowfall days in October - Short Hills, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.1 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
Short Hills, NJ

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Short Hills, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Short Hills, NJ

Average sunshine days in October - Short Hills, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Short Hills, NJ

Average UV index in October - Short Hills, 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
Short Hills, NJ

Average cloud cover in October - Short Hills, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Short Hills, NJ

Average visibility in October - Short Hills, 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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