October weather forecast
Highland, NY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Highland, New York, is another mild autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average high of 60.3°F (15.7°C).

Temperature

Highland's progression into October includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C) in September to a moderate 60.3°F (15.7°C). During October, Highland's temperature averages to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Highland are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Highland, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.6 days and aggregates up to 8.58" (218mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Highland is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, 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 5:51 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

Highland in October has an average high-temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout October, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows in Highland. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

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 5:51 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Highland have in October?

In Highland, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Highland, the average daily maximum UV index in October 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Highland, NY

Average temperature in October - Highland, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.3°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 (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Highland, NY

Average pressure in October - Highland, 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, NY

Average wind speed in October - Highland, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Highland, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Highland, NY

Average rainfall in October - Highland, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in October
Highland, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Highland, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Highland, NY

Average snowfall in October - Highland, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Highland, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Highland, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 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, NY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Highland, 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: 5h and 5min

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, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Highland, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Highland, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Highland, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Highland, NY

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

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

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