October weather forecast
Middletown, NY

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Weather in October

October immerses Middletown into the heart of the fall season, enveloped by dropping temperatures and shortening days. Temperatures plummet further from those in September, introducing the first fringes of winter cold. A slight increase in rainfall to 2.44" (62mm) accompanies the transition, adding to the crisp essence of the fall air. Both daylight and sunshine hours continue to decline, encapsulating the town in an early twilight that enhances the dramatic fall foliage. With higher wind speeds making their presence known, the signs of the impending winter start to manifest subtly.

Temperature

October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from an agreeable 73.2°F (22.9°C) in September to a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C). During the month of October, the temperature falls to an average of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Middletown, in October, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Middletown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139 days and collects up to 25.28" (642mm) 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 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Middletown, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.4 days and aggregates up to 16.46" (418mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Middletown, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October in Middletown, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Middletown, the average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

In Middletown, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During October, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Middletown in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 60.4°F (15.8°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Middletown, in October, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Middletown have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Middletown, NY

Average temperature in October - Middletown, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in October
Middletown, NY

Average pressure in October - Middletown, 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
Middletown, NY

Average wind speed in October - Middletown, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.9mph

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
Middletown, NY

Average humidity in October - Middletown, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Middletown, NY

Average rainfall in October - Middletown, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

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

Average rainfall days in October
Middletown, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Middletown, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Middletown, NY

Average snowfall in October - Middletown, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Middletown, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Middletown, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Middletown, NY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Middletown, NY

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Middletown, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Middletown, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Middletown, NY

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

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

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