October weather forecast
Harkness, NY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Harkness, New York, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

As October sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant decrease, moving down from a pleasant 70°F (21.1°C) in September to a refreshing 55.4°F (13°C). In the month of October, Harkness witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Harkness, in October, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 106.7 rainfall days, and 8.9" (226mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Harkness are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.4 snowfall days, and 7.32" (186mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Harkness, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Harkness during October are 55.4°F (13°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Harkness, in October, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Harkness?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Harkness have in October?

In Harkness, New York, the average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Harkness, NY

Average temperature in October - Harkness, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Harkness, NY

Average pressure in October - Harkness, 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
Harkness, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Harkness, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Harkness, NY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Harkness, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Harkness, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Harkness, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Harkness, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Harkness, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Harkness, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Harkness, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Harkness, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Harkness, NY

Average UV index in October - Harkness, 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
Harkness, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Harkness, NY

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

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

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