October weather forecast
Shelter Island, NY

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Shelter Island, New York, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

Transition into October subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C). During October, the nighttime temperatures in Shelter Island align closely with the daytime averages, measuring a still refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Shelter Island is 73%.

Rainfall

In Shelter Island, during October, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.1 rainfall days, and 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Shelter Island.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Shelter Island, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In Shelter Island, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in October translates into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shelter Island in October?

In Shelter Island, in October, the average high-temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Shelter Island?

The average relative humidity in October in Shelter Island is 73%.

How much does it rain in Shelter Island in October?

In Shelter Island, New York, in October, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Shelter Island?

In Shelter Island, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Shelter Island in October?

In Shelter Island, New York, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October in Shelter Island?

In Shelter Island, the average day length in October is 11h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Shelter Island?

On the first day of October in Shelter Island, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shelter Island have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Shelter Island, New York, is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in October in Shelter Island?

In Shelter Island, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Shelter Island, NY

Average temperature in October - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Shelter Island, NY

Average pressure in October - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Shelter Island, NY

Average wind speed in October - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 14.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Shelter Island, NY

Average humidity in October - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Shelter Island, NY

Average rainfall in October - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in October
Shelter Island, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Shelter Island, NY

Average snowfall in October - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Shelter Island, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Shelter Island, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Shelter Island, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Shelter Island, NY

Average UV index in October - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Shelter Island, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Shelter Island, NY

Average visibility in October - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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