October weather forecast
Lake George, NY

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Lake George, New York, and the Tongue Mountain range viewed from atop a large rock in the Adirondack Mountains
Lake George, New York, and the Tongue Mountain range viewed from atop a large rock in the Adirondack Mountains

Weather in October

October brings fall in full swing to Lake George with cooler temperatures and colorful foliage. While the temperature further declines to a high of 55.2°F (12.9°C) and a low of about 40.6°F (4.8°C), the rain picks up again to 3.07in. As daylight hours drop to 11, residents start noticing a shift in their routines. With November inching closer, Lake George prepares for another transition towards the cold winter.

Temperature

The start of October in Lake George involves a temperature drop, moving from an agreeable 69.6°F (20.9°C) in September to a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C) in October.

Humidity

In Lake George, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In Lake George, in October, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.4 rainfall days, and 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 65.5 snowfall days, and 39.96" (1015mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of October, in Lake George, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lake George in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C) and a low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout October, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Lake George, NY

Average temperature in October - Lake George, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.2°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 (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.6°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 (13.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Lake George, NY

Average pressure in October - Lake George, NY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lake George, NY

Average wind speed in October - Lake George, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Lake George, NY

Average humidity in October - Lake George, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Lake George, NY

Average rainfall in October - Lake George, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in October
Lake George, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Lake George, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lake George, NY

Average snowfall in October - Lake George, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lake George, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Lake George, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lake George, NY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lake George, NY
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lake George, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Lake George, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Lake George, NY

Average UV index in October - Lake George, NY
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Lake George, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Lake George, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Lake George, NY

Average visibility in October - Lake George, NY
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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