October weather forecast
Forest Hills, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Forest Hills, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 61.9°F (16.6°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during October, decreasing from a moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C) in September to a refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C). An average low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) is noted during the nights in October in Forest Hills.

Humidity

In Forest Hills, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Forest Hills, Pennsylvania, in October, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.2 rainfall days, and 34.84" (885mm) 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 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Forest Hills, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.9 days and aggregates up to 25.51" (648mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Forest Hills is 5.2h.

UV index

In Forest Hills, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 61.9°F (16.6°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Forest Hills, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Forest Hills, in October, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) 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 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Forest Hills have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

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

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Forest Hills, PA

Average temperature in October - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Forest Hills, PA

Average pressure in October - Forest Hills, 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
Forest Hills, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Forest Hills, PA

Average humidity in October - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Forest Hills, PA

Average rainfall in October - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

Average rainfall days in October
Forest Hills, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Forest Hills, PA

Average snowfall in October - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

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

Average snowfall days in October
Forest Hills, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Forest Hills, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Forest Hills, 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
Forest Hills, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Forest Hills, PA

Average UV index in October - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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
Forest Hills, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Forest Hills, PA

Average visibility in October - Forest Hills, 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 and February (4mi).

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