October weather forecast
West Orange, NJ

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Weather in October

October, like September, in West Orange, New Jersey, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 62.4°F (16.9°C) and min 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of October is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a warm 74.7°F (23.7°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C). During the month of October, an average low-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C) is recorded.

Humidity

In West Orange, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In West Orange, in October, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.3 rainfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, 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 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In West Orange, during the entire year, snow falls for 19 days and aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 6min.
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 October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 62.4°F (16.9°C) and 49.1°F (9.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In West Orange, in October, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Orange have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, 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 West Orange have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In West Orange, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
West Orange, NJ

Average temperature in October - West Orange, NJ
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in October
West Orange, NJ

Average pressure in October - West Orange, 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
West Orange, NJ

Average wind speed in October - West Orange, NJ
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in October
West Orange, NJ

Average humidity in October - West Orange, NJ
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (72%).

Average rainfall in October
West Orange, NJ

Average rainfall in October - West Orange, NJ
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
West Orange, NJ

Average rainfall days in October - West Orange, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
West Orange, NJ

Average snowfall in October - West Orange, NJ
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
West Orange, NJ

Average snowfall days in October - West Orange, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 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
West Orange, NJ

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

Average sunshine days in October
West Orange, NJ

Average sunshine days in October - West Orange, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

Average UV index in October
West Orange, NJ

Average UV index in October - West Orange, 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
West Orange, NJ

Average cloud cover in October - West Orange, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
West Orange, NJ

Average visibility in October - West Orange, 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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