October weather forecast
Stafford, NY

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Stafford, New York, with an average temperature varying between 59°F (15°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

October's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C) in September to a moderate 59°F (15°C). Stafford's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 44.2°F (6.8°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Stafford, in October, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127.4 rainfall days, and 16.57" (421mm) 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 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 60.1 snowfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

In Stafford, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 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: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Stafford during October are 59°F (15°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October in Stafford?

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout October, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Stafford, NY

Average temperature in October - Stafford, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in October
Stafford, NY

Average pressure in October - Stafford, NY
  • Average pressure in October: 30"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
Stafford, NY

Average wind speed in October - Stafford, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (6.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Stafford, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and July (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Stafford, NY

Average rainfall in October - Stafford, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in October
Stafford, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Stafford, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Stafford, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Stafford, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Stafford, 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: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Stafford, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Stafford, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11 days).

Average UV index in October
Stafford, NY

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Stafford, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Stafford, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Stafford, NY

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

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

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