October weather forecast
Hancock, NY

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Hancock, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

October implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from September's pleasant 70°F (21.1°C) to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). Hancock's average low-temperature during October nights is observed to be a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Hancock, in October, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hancock, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.8 days and collects up to 9.13" (232mm) 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 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.7 snowfall days, and 7.44" (189mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hancock, New York, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of October, in Hancock, New York, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

In Hancock, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 40.8°F (4.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Hancock, the average relative humidity in October is 84%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Hancock, during October, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows in Hancock. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 4.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Hancock, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Hancock, NY

Average temperature in October - Hancock, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.8°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 (16°F).

Average pressure in October
Hancock, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Hancock, NY

Average wind speed in October - Hancock, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Hancock, NY

Average humidity in October - Hancock, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (79%).

Average rainfall in October
Hancock, NY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Hancock, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Hancock, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hancock, NY

Average snowfall in October - Hancock, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hancock, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Hancock, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hancock, 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: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hancock, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Hancock, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Hancock, NY

Average UV index in October - Hancock, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Hancock, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Hancock, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in October
Hancock, NY

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

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

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