October weather forecast
Sterling Forest, NY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Sterling Forest, New York, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

October ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from September's moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C) to a refreshing 61°F (16.1°C). In Sterling Forest, the October nights cool down to an average low of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

In Sterling Forest, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sterling Forest, in October, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sterling Forest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.6 days and collects up to 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Sterling Forest, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 24 days and aggregates up to 15.04" (382mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sterling Forest, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In Sterling Forest, 61°F (16.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 46°F (7.8°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Sterling Forest, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How much does it rain in Sterling Forest in October?

In Sterling Forest, in October, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Sterling Forest?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sterling Forest have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Sterling Forest, NY

Average pressure in October - Sterling Forest, 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
Sterling Forest, NY

Average wind speed in October - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Sterling Forest, NY

Average humidity in October - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Sterling Forest, NY

Average rainfall in October - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in October
Sterling Forest, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sterling Forest, NY

Average snowfall in October - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sterling Forest, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sterling Forest, NY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sterling Forest, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sterling Forest, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in October
Sterling Forest, NY

Average UV index in October - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Sterling Forest, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Sterling Forest, NY

Average visibility in October - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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