October weather forecast
Petersburg, NY

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Petersburg, New York, with an average temperature varying between 41°F (5°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

Petersburg in October demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C) in September to a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C). In Petersburg, in October, the average low-temperature is a cold 41°F (5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 83%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.5 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) 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 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Petersburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.1 days and aggregates up to 39.09" (993mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Petersburg, the average sunshine in October is 5.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 41°F (5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity in Petersburg is 83%.

What is the rainiest month in Petersburg?

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 15.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Petersburg, during October, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows in Petersburg. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Petersburg have in October?

In Petersburg, the average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Petersburg have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.1h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Petersburg, NY

Average temperature in October - Petersburg, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Petersburg, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Petersburg, NY

Average wind speed in October - Petersburg, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Petersburg, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Petersburg, NY

Average rainfall in October - Petersburg, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.6").

Average rainfall days in October
Petersburg, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Petersburg, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Petersburg, NY

Average snowfall in October - Petersburg, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Petersburg, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Petersburg, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Petersburg, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Petersburg, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in October
Petersburg, NY

Average UV index in October - Petersburg, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Petersburg, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Petersburg, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in October
Petersburg, NY

Average visibility in October - Petersburg, 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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