October weather forecast
Lancaster, OH

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Weather in October

October comes with more obvious indications of fall as the weather continues to cool down. With 0.04" (1mm) of snowfall reported, it marks the return of winter anticipation. The city is a sea of red, orange, and yellow leaves - a clear sign of fall while offering a spectrum of shades against the backdrop of blue and grey skies. October's weather also prompts the return of the gentle fall breeze, so it's good time to revisit those cozy outfits from the wardrobe. Amidst these changes, Lancaster retains its charm, appealing to everyone who appreciates the beauty of season changes.

Temperature

Lancaster's October weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C) in September to an enjoyable 63°F (17.2°C). October witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lancaster, during October, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. In Lancaster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.9 days and collects up to 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Lancaster, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.3 days and aggregates up to 7.95" (202mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lancaster, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Lancaster, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Lancaster is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Lancaster, is 63°F (17.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Lancaster?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Lancaster, during October, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows in Lancaster. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lancaster have in October?

In Lancaster, the average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lancaster have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Lancaster is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Lancaster, OH

Average temperature in October - Lancaster, OH
  • Average high temperature in October: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Lancaster, OH

Average pressure in October - Lancaster, OH
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lancaster, OH

Average wind speed in October - Lancaster, OH
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Lancaster, OH

Average humidity in October - Lancaster, OH
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Lancaster, OH

Average rainfall in October - Lancaster, OH
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in October
Lancaster, OH

Average rainfall days in October - Lancaster, OH
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lancaster, OH

Average snowfall in October - Lancaster, OH
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lancaster, OH

Average snowfall days in October - Lancaster, OH
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lancaster, OH

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lancaster, OH
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lancaster, OH

Average sunshine days in October - Lancaster, OH
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Lancaster, OH

Average UV index in October - Lancaster, OH
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Lancaster, OH

Average cloud cover in October - Lancaster, OH
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Lancaster, OH

Average visibility in October - Lancaster, OH
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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