October weather forecast
West Elmira, NY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in West Elmira, New York, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, shifting from an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C) in September to a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C). West Elmira's temperature in October lowers to a consistent average of 41.9°F (5.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In West Elmira, the average relative humidity in October is 82%.

Rainfall

In West Elmira, during October, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.7 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) 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 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In West Elmira, during the entire year, snow falls for 76.6 days and aggregates up to 34.61" (879mm) of snow.

Daylight

In West Elmira, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In West Elmira, the average sunshine in October is 4.9h.

UV index

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

An average high-temperature, in October, in West Elmira, is 58.1°F (14.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in October?

In West Elmira, in October, during 15.5 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Elmira have in October?

In West Elmira, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.9h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
West Elmira, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in October
West Elmira, NY

Average pressure in October - West Elmira, NY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
West Elmira, NY

Average wind speed in October - West Elmira, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
West Elmira, NY

Average humidity in October - West Elmira, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in October
West Elmira, NY

Average rainfall in October - West Elmira, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in October
West Elmira, NY

Average rainfall days in October - West Elmira, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
West Elmira, NY

Average snowfall in October - West Elmira, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
West Elmira, NY

Average snowfall days in October - West Elmira, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
West Elmira, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
West Elmira, NY

Average sunshine days in October - West Elmira, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in October
West Elmira, NY

Average UV index in October - West Elmira, NY
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
West Elmira, NY

Average cloud cover in October - West Elmira, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
West Elmira, NY

Average visibility in October - West Elmira, NY
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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