October weather forecast
Athens, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Athens, Pennsylvania, is another mild autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and an average high of 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of October comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a pleasant 71.1°F (21.7°C) in September to a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C). Athens reports a consistent average low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) throughout October nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 82%.

Rainfall

In Athens, in October, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.6 rainfall days, and 23.78" (604mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Athens. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Athens, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.1 days and aggregates up to 21.69" (551mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Athens, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in October is 4.7h.

UV index

In Athens, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

During October, Athens experiences an average high-temperature of 58.3°F (14.6°C) and a low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 82%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Athens, during October, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Athens?

In Athens, the average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Athens, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Athens, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Athens, PA

Average temperature in October - Athens, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Athens, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Athens, PA

Average wind speed in October - Athens, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Athens, PA

Average humidity in October - Athens, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Athens, PA

Average rainfall in October - Athens, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in October
Athens, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Athens, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Athens, PA

Average snowfall in October - Athens, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Athens, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Athens, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Athens, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Athens, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Athens, PA

Average UV index in October - Athens, PA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Athens, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Athens, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in October
Athens, PA

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

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

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