October weather forecast
Houghton, NY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Houghton, New York, is another mild autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41°F (5°C) and an average high of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

Transition into October marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 69.6°F (20.9°C) in September to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C). The temperature dips to an average of 41°F (5°C) during October nights.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.2 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.6 snowfall days, it receives 2.99" (76mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 96.3 snowfall days, and 46.38" (1178mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

In Houghton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

During October, Houghton experiences an average high-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and a low-temperature of 41°F (5°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout October, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.6 snowfall days, it receives 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Houghton have in October?

In Houghton, the average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Houghton?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Houghton, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Houghton, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41°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 (16.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Houghton, NY

Average pressure in October - Houghton, NY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"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
Houghton, NY

Average wind speed in October - Houghton, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Houghton, NY

Average humidity in October - Houghton, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Houghton, NY

Average rainfall in October - Houghton, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in October
Houghton, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Houghton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Houghton, NY

Average snowfall in October - Houghton, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Houghton, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Houghton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Houghton, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Houghton, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Houghton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Houghton, NY

Average UV index in October - Houghton, 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
Houghton, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Houghton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in October
Houghton, NY

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

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

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