October weather forecast
Scranton, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, is an agreeable autumn month in Scranton, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.5°F (22.5°C) and an average low of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 82.6°F (28.1°C) in September to an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C). October nights in Scranton observe an average temperature dip to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In October, in Scranton, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout October, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Scranton, North Carolina, there are 172.2 rainfall days, and 36.81" (935mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Scranton.

Daylight

In Scranton, North Carolina, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of October, in Scranton, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Scranton, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during October translates into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Scranton?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Scranton, is 72.5°F (22.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Scranton?

The average relative humidity in October in Scranton, North Carolina, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Scranton in October?

In October, in Scranton, North Carolina, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout October, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Scranton?

In Scranton, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Scranton in October?

In Scranton, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Scranton have in October?

In Scranton, North Carolina, the average day length in October is 11h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Scranton?

On the first day of October in Scranton, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Scranton have in October?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Scranton?

In Scranton, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Scranton, NC

Average temperature in October - Scranton, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Scranton, NC

Average pressure in October - Scranton, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Scranton, NC

Average wind speed in October - Scranton, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Scranton, NC

Average humidity in October - Scranton, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Scranton, NC

Average rainfall in October - Scranton, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in October
Scranton, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Scranton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Scranton, NC

Average snowfall in October - Scranton, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Scranton, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Scranton, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Scranton, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Scranton, NC
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Scranton, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Scranton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Scranton, NC

Average UV index in October - Scranton, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Scranton, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Scranton, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Scranton, NC

Average visibility in October - Scranton, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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