October weather forecast
Scotia, NY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Scotia, New York, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 58.1°F (14.5°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

The shift to October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C) in September to a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C). Scotia's nights in October experience an average temperature drop to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Humidity

In Scotia, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Scotia, in October, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Scotia, there are 137.4 rainfall days, and 25.75" (654mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.5 snowfall days, and 22.56" (573mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Scotia, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Scotia, the average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Scotia in October?

In October, in Scotia, the average high-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Scotia, in October, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Scotia have in October?

In Scotia, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Scotia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Scotia, NY

Average temperature in October - Scotia, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.2°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 (16.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Scotia, NY

Average pressure in October - Scotia, 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
Scotia, NY

Average wind speed in October - Scotia, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Scotia, NY

Average humidity in October - Scotia, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

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

Average rainfall in October
Scotia, NY

Average rainfall in October - Scotia, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.57").

Average rainfall days in October
Scotia, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Scotia, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Scotia, NY

Average snowfall in October - Scotia, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Scotia, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Scotia, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Scotia, 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 2min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Scotia, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Scotia, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Scotia, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Scotia, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Scotia, NY

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

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

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