October weather forecast
Essex, NY

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Essex, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Temperature

October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C) in September to a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C). October brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Essex, during October, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112 rainfall days, and 8.23" (209mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Essex. October is the first month it typically snows in Essex. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Essex, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.7 days and aggregates up to 8.27" (210mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Essex, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of October in Essex, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Essex, New York, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Essex?

Essex in October has an average high-temperature of 55.6°F (13.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Essex?

In Essex, New York, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How much does it rain in Essex in October?

In Essex, in October, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Essex?

October is the first month it typically snows in Essex, New York. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Essex?

In Essex, New York, the average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Essex?

On the first day of October in Essex, New York, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Essex?

The average sunshine duration in October in Essex, New York, is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Essex?

In Essex, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Essex, NY

Average temperature in October - Essex, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Essex, NY

Average pressure in October - Essex, 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
Essex, NY

Average wind speed in October - Essex, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Essex, NY

Average humidity in October - Essex, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

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

Average rainfall in October
Essex, NY

Average rainfall in October - Essex, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.98").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Essex, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Essex, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Essex, NY

Average snowfall in October - Essex, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Essex, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Essex, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Essex, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Essex, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Essex, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and July (15.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Essex, NY

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Essex, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Essex, NY

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

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

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