October weather forecast
Cortland, NY

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A monument from the civil war stands high in the neat lawns near the iconic courthouse in the Courthouse Park in Cortland, New York
A monument from the civil war stands high in the neat lawns near the iconic courthouse in the Courthouse Park in Cortland, New York

Weather in October

October affirms the full arrival of fall in Cortland. The temperatures exhibit a noticeable dip, hovering between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 56.7°F (13.7°C). The amount of rainfall increases to 1.97" (50mm), feeding the thriving flora before winter's arrival. Stunning harvest colors adorn the city, and the cooler weather sets the perfect climate for fall festivities.

Temperature

Transition into October marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C) in September to a mild 56.7°F (13.7°C). An average temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) is recorded during the nights in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Cortland is 83%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout October, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.8 rainfall days, and 22.36" (568mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 79.7 snowfall days, and 24.06" (611mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cortland, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature during October is 56.7°F (13.7°C) and the low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Cortland, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Cortland, in October, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cortland have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Cortland, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Cortland, NY

Average temperature in October - Cortland, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Cortland, NY

Average pressure in October - Cortland, NY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"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
Cortland, NY

Average wind speed in October - Cortland, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Cortland, NY

Average humidity in October - Cortland, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (80%).

Average rainfall in October
Cortland, NY

Average rainfall in October - Cortland, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.97"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.34").

Average rainfall days in October
Cortland, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Cortland, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Cortland, NY

Average snowfall in October - Cortland, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Cortland, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Cortland, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cortland, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Cortland, NY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Cortland, NY

Average UV index in October - Cortland, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Cortland, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Cortland, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Cortland, NY

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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