October weather forecast
Folstown, PA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Folstown, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59°F (15°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

October's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C) in September to a refreshing 59°F (15°C). The average low-temperature during October nights is a chilly 42.8°F (6°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Folstown, in October, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.5 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Folstown, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.1 days and aggregates up to 21.38" (543mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Folstown, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in October transforms into this advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Folstown in October?

During October, Folstown experiences an average high-temperature of 59°F (15°C) and a low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Folstown, during October, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows in Folstown. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Folstown, the average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Folstown, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Folstown, PA

Average temperature in October - Folstown, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Folstown, PA

Average pressure in October - Folstown, 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
Folstown, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Folstown, PA

Average humidity in October - Folstown, 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 and July (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Folstown, PA

Average rainfall in October - Folstown, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in October
Folstown, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Folstown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Folstown, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Folstown, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Folstown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Folstown, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Folstown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Folstown, PA

Average UV index in October - Folstown, 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
Folstown, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Folstown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Folstown, PA

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

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

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