October weather forecast
White Plains, NY

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Yellow rays from the setting sun shining upon the buildings in White Plain, New York
Yellow rays from the setting sun shining upon the buildings in White Plain, New York

Weather in October

October weather in White Plains brings a noticeable shift from September's mild climate to a chillier embrace, with temperatures dropping to 50.7°F (10.4°C). The change in weather marks the true onset of fall and the anticipation of winter. It reflects in the changing foliage colors and the need for warmer clothing. October weather induces a calmness, with crisp winds blowing through the city. Despite the cooler temperature, the clear skies make for enjoyable daytime activities.

Temperature

White Plains's progression into October involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C) in September to a refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C). In White Plains, an average nighttime temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C) is expected during October.

Humidity

In White Plains, New York, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In White Plains, in October, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.4 rainfall days, and 35.31" (897mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In White Plains, New York, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In White Plains, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

During October, White Plains experiences an average high-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C) and a low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How much does it rain in October?

In White Plains, in October, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in White Plains?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In White Plains, New York, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does White Plains have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in White Plains, New York, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In White Plains, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
White Plains, NY

Average temperature in October - White Plains, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in October
White Plains, NY

Average pressure in October - White Plains, 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
White Plains, NY

Average wind speed in October - White Plains, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in October
White Plains, NY

Average humidity in October - White Plains, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (71%).

Average rainfall in October
White Plains, NY

Average rainfall in October - White Plains, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in October
White Plains, NY

Average rainfall days in October - White Plains, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
White Plains, NY

Average snowfall in October - White Plains, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
White Plains, NY

Average snowfall days in October - White Plains, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

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

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
White Plains, NY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - White Plains, 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 5min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
White Plains, NY

Average sunshine days in October - White Plains, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
White Plains, NY

Average UV index in October - White Plains, 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
White Plains, NY

Average cloud cover in October - White Plains, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
White Plains, NY

Average visibility in October - White Plains, 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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