October weather forecast
Medusa, NY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Medusa, New York, is another mild autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and an average high of 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in October, from September's pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C) to a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C). In the month of October, Medusa's average low-temperature falls to an icy 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Medusa, in October, during 13.2 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Medusa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.5 days and collects up to 27.24" (692mm) 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 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Medusa, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.8 days and aggregates up to 35.35" (898mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Medusa is 5.3h.

UV index

In Medusa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during October translates into the following guidance:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In October, in Medusa, the average high-temperature is 56.5°F (13.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in Medusa in October?

In Medusa, in October, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Medusa have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Medusa, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.3h.

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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Medusa, NY

Average temperature in October - Medusa, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Medusa, NY

Average pressure in October - Medusa, 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
Medusa, NY

Average wind speed in October - Medusa, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Medusa, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Medusa, NY

Average rainfall in October - Medusa, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in October
Medusa, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Medusa, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Medusa, NY

Average snowfall in October - Medusa, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Medusa, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Medusa, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Medusa, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Medusa, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Medusa, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Medusa, NY

Average UV index in October - Medusa, NY
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
Medusa, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Medusa, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Medusa, NY

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

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

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