October weather forecast
Damascus, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Damascus, Pennsylvania, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

October involves a decrease in temperature, down from an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C) in September to a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C). During October, Damascus's temperature averages to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In Damascus, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

Rainfall

In Damascus, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.5 rainfall days, and 19.21" (488mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.6 snowfall days, and 14.69" (373mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Damascus, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Damascus, the average sunshine in October is 5h.

UV index

In Damascus, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during October translates into the following guidance:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

Damascus in October has an average high-temperature of 58.3°F (14.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Damascus, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Damascus have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Damascus, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in October
Damascus, PA

Average pressure in October - Damascus, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Damascus, PA

Average wind speed in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Damascus, PA

Average humidity in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Damascus, PA

Average rainfall in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in October
Damascus, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Damascus, PA

Average snowfall in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Damascus, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Damascus, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Damascus, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Damascus, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Damascus, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in October
Damascus, PA

Average visibility in October - Damascus, 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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