October weather forecast
Union City, NJ

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Weather in October

The weather in Union City in October is quintessentially autumnal. Marked by pleasant fall temperatures, October witnesses a significant drop from the previous sultry September, with lows dipping to about 51.6°F (10.9°C). As the fall foliage takes over the cityscape, the reduced daylight hours render the evenings cooler and the days shorter. October’s distinctively crisp weather, coupled with the fiery hues of fall, invites residents and visitors to indulge in a variety of outdoor activities and events.

Temperature

The move into October indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's warm 75°F (23.9°C) to a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C). Union City in October anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In Union City, in October, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Union City, there are 160.7 rainfall days, and 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Union City, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

In Union City, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Union City, is 63.1°F (17.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 51.6°F (10.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Union City, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout October, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Union City, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Union City, NJ

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Union City, NJ

Average pressure in October - Union City, NJ
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Union City, NJ

Average wind speed in October - Union City, NJ
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Union City, NJ

Average humidity in October - Union City, NJ
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Union City, NJ

Average rainfall in October - Union City, NJ
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in October
Union City, NJ

Average rainfall days in October - Union City, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Union City, NJ

Average snowfall in October - Union City, NJ
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Union City, NJ

Average snowfall days in October - Union City, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 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
Union City, NJ

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Union City, 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 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Union City, NJ

Average sunshine days in October - Union City, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Union City, NJ

Average UV index in October - Union City, 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
Union City, NJ

Average cloud cover in October - Union City, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Union City, NJ

Average visibility in October - Union City, 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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