October weather forecast
Gainesville, NY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Gainesville, New York, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43°F (6.1°C) and 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Temperature

October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from September's agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C) to a moderate 57.6°F (14.2°C). Gainesville, in October, observes a steady average low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 17.5 days. Throughout October, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172 rainfall days, and 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Gainesville, during the entire year, snow falls for 95 days and aggregates up to 45.79" (1163mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

In Gainesville, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gainesville in October?

In October, in Gainesville, the average high-temperature is 57.6°F (14.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Gainesville, during October, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gainesville have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Gainesville?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 4.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Gainesville, 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
Gainesville, NY

Average temperature in October - Gainesville, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Gainesville, NY

Average pressure in October - Gainesville, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Gainesville, NY

Average wind speed in October - Gainesville, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Gainesville, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Gainesville, NY

Average rainfall in October - Gainesville, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.83"

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

Average rainfall days in October
Gainesville, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Gainesville, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Gainesville, NY

Average snowfall in October - Gainesville, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Gainesville, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Gainesville, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gainesville, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Gainesville, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Gainesville, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Gainesville, NY

Average UV index in October - Gainesville, 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
Gainesville, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Gainesville, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Gainesville, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are June and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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