October weather forecast
Ghent, NY

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Ghent, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.1°F (14.5°C) and min 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C) to a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C). Throughout the month of October, Ghent observes an average nighttime temperature of 42.8°F (6°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ghent, in October, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ghent, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.1 days and collects up to 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.9 snowfall days, and 15.98" (406mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Ghent, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In Ghent, 58.1°F (14.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 42.8°F (6°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

In Ghent, New York, during October, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ghent have in October?

In Ghent, New York, the average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ghent have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Ghent, NY

Average temperature in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Ghent, NY

Average pressure in October - Ghent, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Ghent, NY

Average wind speed in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Ghent, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Ghent, NY

Average rainfall in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in October
Ghent, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ghent, NY

Average snowfall in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ghent, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ghent, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Ghent, NY

Average UV index in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Ghent, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Ghent, NY

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

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

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