October weather forecast
Highland Mills, NY

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Highland Mills, New York, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 45.5°F (7.5°C) and max 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

Highland Mills experiences a temperature shift at the start of October, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C) in September to a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C). Highland Mills records a steady low-temperature average of 45.5°F (7.5°C) during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Highland Mills, in October, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Highland Mills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.2 days and collects up to 25" (635mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.3 snowfall days, and 17.68" (449mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Highland Mills, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 61.5°F (16.4°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout October, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Highland Mills have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Highland Mills have in October?

In Highland Mills, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

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 medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Highland Mills, NY

Average temperature in October - Highland Mills, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Highland Mills, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Highland Mills, NY

Average wind speed in October - Highland Mills, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Highland Mills, NY

Average humidity in October - Highland Mills, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Highland Mills, NY

Average rainfall in October - Highland Mills, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in October
Highland Mills, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Highland Mills, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Highland Mills, NY

Average snowfall in October - Highland Mills, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Highland Mills, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Highland Mills, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Highland Mills, NY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Highland Mills, NY
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Highland Mills, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Highland Mills, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Highland Mills, NY

Average UV index in October - Highland Mills, NY
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Highland Mills, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Highland Mills, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Highland Mills, NY

Average visibility in October - Highland Mills, NY
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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