October weather forecast
Dormont, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Dormont, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 45.5°F (7.5°C) and max 62.1°F (16.7°C).

Temperature

Transition from September to October is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a warm 75.7°F (24.3°C) to an enjoyable 62.1°F (16.7°C). During the month of October, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout October, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dormont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164 days and collects up to 26.89" (683mm) 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 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Dormont, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.3 days and aggregates up to 13.27" (337mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

During October, Dormont experiences an average high-temperature of 62.1°F (16.7°C) and a low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Dormont?

In Dormont, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Dormont, during October, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Dormont, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Dormont?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Dormont is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Dormont, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Dormont, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Dormont, PA

Average wind speed in October - Dormont, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Dormont, PA

Average humidity in October - Dormont, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Dormont, PA

Average rainfall in October - Dormont, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

Average rainfall days in October
Dormont, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Dormont, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dormont, PA

Average snowfall in October - Dormont, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dormont, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Dormont, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

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

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dormont, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dormont, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Dormont, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Dormont, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Dormont, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Dormont, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Dormont, PA

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

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

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