October weather forecast
Sugar Loaf, NY

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Sugar Loaf, New York, is another enjoyable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average high of 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

During the transition into October, Sugar Loaf observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C) in September to a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C). Sugar Loaf's temperature lowers to a mean of 45.5°F (7.5°C) during the nights in October.

Humidity

In Sugar Loaf, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sugar Loaf, during October, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141.2 rainfall days, and 25" (635mm) 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 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Sugar Loaf, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.3 days and aggregates up to 17.68" (449mm) 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 Sugar Loaf, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 21, 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 61.5°F (16.4°C) and the low-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Sugar Loaf, New York, during October, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, 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 long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average temperature in October - Sugar Loaf, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.5°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: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average pressure in October - Sugar Loaf, 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
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average wind speed in October - Sugar Loaf, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average humidity in October - Sugar Loaf, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average rainfall in October - Sugar Loaf, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in October
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Sugar Loaf, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average snowfall in October - Sugar Loaf, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Sugar Loaf, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sugar Loaf, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Sugar Loaf, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average UV index in October - Sugar Loaf, 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
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Sugar Loaf, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average visibility in October - Sugar Loaf, NY
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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