October weather forecast
Rifton, NY

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Rifton, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 60.3°F (15.7°C) and min 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

With October's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a warm 73.4°F (23°C) in September to a moderate 60.3°F (15.7°C). Throughout October, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.6 snowfall days, and 16.38" (416mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rifton, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Rifton is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature during October is 60.3°F (15.7°C) and the low-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Rifton?

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Rifton, in October, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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?

In Rifton, the average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Rifton, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Rifton?

In Rifton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Rifton, NY

Average temperature in October - Rifton, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in October
Rifton, NY

Average pressure in October - Rifton, 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
Rifton, NY

Average wind speed in October - Rifton, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Rifton, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Rifton, NY

Average rainfall in October - Rifton, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in October
Rifton, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Rifton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rifton, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rifton, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rifton, NY
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rifton, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Rifton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Rifton, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Rifton, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Rifton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Rifton, NY

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

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

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