Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
The start of October involves a temperature drop, moving from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) in September to a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C). Throughout October, a steady low-temperature average of 41.9°F (5.5°C) is noted.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 81%.Rainfall
In Potsdam, during October, the rain falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156 rainfall days, and 29.72" (755mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 74.7 snowfall days, and 37.99" (965mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Potsdam, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Potsdam, the average sunshine in October is 4.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during October morphs into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in October
Potsdam, NY
- Average high temperature in October: 55.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).
Average pressure in October
Potsdam, 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
Potsdam, NY
- Average wind speed in October: 7.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).
Average humidity in October
Potsdam, NY
- Average humidity in October: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).
Average rainfall in October
Potsdam, NY
- Average rainfall in October: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.03").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (2.01").
Average rainfall days in October
Potsdam, NY
- Average rainfall days in October: 15.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).
Average snowfall in October
Potsdam, NY
- Average snowfall in October: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Potsdam, NY
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Potsdam, NY
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 4h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Potsdam, NY
- Average sunshine days in October: 13.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Potsdam, 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 January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Potsdam, NY
- Average cloud cover in October: 53
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in October
Potsdam, NY
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
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