October weather forecast
Dover Plains, NY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Dover Plains, New York, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Temperature

October suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C) in September to a moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C). Throughout the month of October, Dover Plains sees a steady low-temperature average of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

In Dover Plains, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Dover Plains, in October, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dover Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.1 days and collects up to 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dover Plains, there are 41.2 snowfall days, and 20.28" (515mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in Dover Plains, records 60.1°F (15.6°C), while the low-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Dover Plains?

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout October, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dover Plains have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Dover Plains, NY

Average temperature in October - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Dover Plains, NY

Average pressure in October - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Dover Plains, NY

Average wind speed in October - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Dover Plains, NY

Average humidity in October - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Dover Plains, NY

Average rainfall in October - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in October
Dover Plains, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dover Plains, NY

Average snowfall in October - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dover Plains, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Dover Plains, NY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dover Plains, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Dover Plains, NY

Average UV index in October - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Dover Plains, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Dover Plains, NY

Average visibility in October - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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