October weather forecast
Ames, NY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Ames, New York, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 41.9°F (5.5°C) and max 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

As September transitions to October, the average high-temperature falls from a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C) to a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C). The temperature dips to an average of 41.9°F (5.5°C) during October nights.

Humidity

In Ames, New York, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ames, in October, during 14.7 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171 rainfall days, and 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Ames. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Ames, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.4 days and aggregates up to 33.58" (853mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ames, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in October transforms into this advice:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

During October, Ames experiences an average high-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C) and a low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Ames, during October, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Ames, the average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ames have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ames, NY

Average temperature in October - Ames, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Ames, NY

Average pressure in October - Ames, NY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Ames, NY

Average wind speed in October - Ames, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Ames, NY

Average humidity in October - Ames, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Ames, NY

Average rainfall in October - Ames, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in October
Ames, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Ames, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ames, NY

Average snowfall in October - Ames, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ames, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Ames, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ames, NY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ames, NY
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ames, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Ames, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Ames, NY

Average UV index in October - Ames, NY
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Ames, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Ames, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Ames, NY

Average visibility in October - Ames, NY
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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