October weather forecast
Yorktown Heights, NY

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Yorktown Heights, New York, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and an average high of 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during October, decreasing from a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C) in September to a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Yorktown Heights is 77%.

Rainfall

In Yorktown Heights, in October, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.2 rainfall days, and 22.32" (567mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Yorktown Heights are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.1 snowfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.
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 7:26 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Yorktown Heights?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and a low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Yorktown Heights?

The average relative humidity in October in Yorktown Heights, New York, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in October in Yorktown Heights?

In October, in Yorktown Heights, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout October, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Yorktown Heights?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Yorktown Heights?

In October, the average day length in Yorktown Heights, New York, is 11h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Yorktown Heights?

On the first day of October in Yorktown Heights, New York, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Yorktown Heights have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Yorktown Heights is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in Yorktown Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Yorktown Heights 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 temperature in October
Yorktown Heights, NY

Average temperature in October - Yorktown Heights, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Yorktown Heights, NY

Average pressure in October - Yorktown Heights, 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
Yorktown Heights, NY

Average wind speed in October - Yorktown Heights, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Yorktown Heights, NY

Average humidity in October - Yorktown Heights, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Yorktown Heights, NY

Average rainfall in October - Yorktown Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").

Average rainfall days in October
Yorktown Heights, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Yorktown Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Yorktown Heights, NY

Average snowfall in October - Yorktown Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Yorktown Heights, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Yorktown Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Yorktown Heights, NY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Yorktown Heights, 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
Yorktown Heights, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Yorktown Heights, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Yorktown Heights, NY

Average UV index in October - Yorktown Heights, 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
Yorktown Heights, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Yorktown Heights, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Yorktown Heights, NY

Average visibility in October - Yorktown Heights, 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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