October weather forecast
Philadelphia, NY

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Philadelphia, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and an average low of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during October, decreasing from an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C) in September to a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C). October nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.4 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Philadelphia. October is the first month it typically snows in Philadelphia. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Philadelphia, during the entire year, snow falls for 87.3 days and aggregates up to 40.16" (1020mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Philadelphia is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of October, in Philadelphia, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Philadelphia is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Philadelphia in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Philadelphia, is 55.9°F (13.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Philadelphia?

In Philadelphia, New York, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in Philadelphia?

The month with the most rainfall in Philadelphia is October, when the rain falls for 17.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October in Philadelphia?

In Philadelphia, in October, it is raining for 17.4 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Philadelphia?

October is the first month it typically snows in Philadelphia. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Philadelphia?

In Philadelphia, the average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Philadelphia?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Philadelphia?

In Philadelphia, New York, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Philadelphia?

In Philadelphia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Philadelphia, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Philadelphia, NY

Average pressure in October - Philadelphia, NY
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Philadelphia, NY

Average wind speed in October - Philadelphia, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Philadelphia, NY

Average humidity in October - Philadelphia, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Philadelphia, NY

Average rainfall in October - Philadelphia, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in October
Philadelphia, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Philadelphia, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Philadelphia, NY

Average snowfall in October - Philadelphia, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Philadelphia, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Philadelphia, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Philadelphia, 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: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Philadelphia, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Philadelphia, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Philadelphia, NY

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Philadelphia, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Philadelphia, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Philadelphia, NY

Average visibility in October - Philadelphia, NY
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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