October weather forecast
Poestenkill, NY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Poestenkill, New York, is a moderate autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average high of 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

October weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C) in September to a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C). Poestenkill witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) throughout October.

Humidity

In Poestenkill, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are May and October, with an average 2.52" (64mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Poestenkill, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.8 days and aggregates up to 23.27" (591mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Poestenkill, records 57.9°F (14.4°C), while the low-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Poestenkill?

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

The months with the most rainfall are May and October, with an average 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In Poestenkill, in October, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Poestenkill have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Poestenkill, NY

Average pressure in October - Poestenkill, 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
Poestenkill, NY

Average wind speed in October - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Poestenkill, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Poestenkill, NY

Average rainfall in October - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.52"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and October (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

Average rainfall days in October
Poestenkill, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Poestenkill, NY

Average snowfall in October - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Poestenkill, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Poestenkill, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Poestenkill, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Poestenkill, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Poestenkill, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Poestenkill, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, July, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, August, September and October (5mi).

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