October weather forecast
Donegal, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Donegal, Pennsylvania, is another mild autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 60.1°F (15.6°C) and an average low of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

Donegal observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C) to a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C). Throughout the month of October, Donegal expects an average low of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Donegal, in October, during 15.5 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Donegal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.1 days and collects up to 33.43" (849mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Donegal, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.4 days and aggregates up to 34.17" (868mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Donegal, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during October morphs into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, in Donegal, the average high-temperature is 60.1°F (15.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, in Donegal, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout October, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Donegal, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Donegal have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Donegal, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Donegal, PA

Average temperature in October - Donegal, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.1°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 (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Donegal, PA

Average pressure in October - Donegal, PA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Donegal, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Donegal, PA

Average humidity in October - Donegal, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Donegal, PA

Average rainfall in October - Donegal, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.97").

Average rainfall days in October
Donegal, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Donegal, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Donegal, PA

Average snowfall in October - Donegal, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Donegal, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Donegal, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Donegal, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Donegal, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

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
Donegal, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Donegal, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Donegal, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Donegal, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Donegal, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Donegal, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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