October weather forecast
Altonah, PA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Altonah, Pennsylvania, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 62.1°F (16.7°C) and an average low of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of October entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a refreshing 62.1°F (16.7°C). Altonah's nighttime temperature in October falls to an average of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Altonah, during October, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153 rainfall days, and 26.81" (681mm) 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 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Altonah, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.7 days and aggregates up to 14.49" (368mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Altonah, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

In Altonah, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Altonah in October?

In Altonah, in October, the average high-temperature is 62.1°F (16.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C). In August, 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 computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Altonah, in October, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length in Altonah, Pennsylvania, is 11h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Altonah have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Altonah, PA

Average temperature in October - Altonah, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Altonah, PA

Average pressure in October - Altonah, PA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Altonah, PA

Average wind speed in October - Altonah, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Altonah, PA

Average humidity in October - Altonah, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Altonah, PA

Average rainfall in October - Altonah, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in October
Altonah, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Altonah, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Altonah, PA

Average snowfall in October - Altonah, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Altonah, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Altonah, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Altonah, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Altonah, PA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Altonah, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Altonah, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in October
Altonah, PA

Average UV index in October - Altonah, PA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Altonah, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Altonah, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Altonah, PA

Average visibility in October - Altonah, PA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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