October weather forecast
Elizabethtown, NY

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Elizabethtown, New York, is another fresh autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 54.9°F (12.7°C) and an average low of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

As October arrives, Elizabethtown's weather displays a notable decrease in high-temperatures, falling from September's agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C) to a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C). The average low-temperature during October nights is a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

In Elizabethtown, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In Elizabethtown, during October, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In Elizabethtown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.9 days and collects up to 28.27" (718mm) 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 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Elizabethtown, during the entire year, snow falls for 85.1 days and aggregates up to 43.03" (1093mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Elizabethtown, the average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 54.9°F (12.7°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity in Elizabethtown is 81%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Elizabethtown, in October, it is raining for 16.2 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Elizabethtown, the average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elizabethtown have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Elizabethtown, NY

Average pressure in October - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Elizabethtown, NY

Average wind speed in October - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Elizabethtown, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Elizabethtown, NY

Average rainfall in October - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in October
Elizabethtown, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Elizabethtown, NY

Average snowfall in October - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Elizabethtown, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Elizabethtown, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Elizabethtown, NY

Average UV index in October - Elizabethtown, 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
Elizabethtown, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Elizabethtown, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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