October weather forecast
Gaines, PA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Gaines, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 57°F (13.9°C).

Temperature

October brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from an agreeable 69.8°F (21°C) in September to a refreshing 57°F (13.9°C). In Gaines, the average low-temperature during the month of October is a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Gaines, in October, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gaines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.8 days and collects up to 15.71" (399mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Gaines. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.8 snowfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gaines, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

In Gaines, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Gaines, in October, the average high-temperature is 57°F (13.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 83%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Gaines, in October, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Gaines, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Gaines, PA

Average temperature in October - Gaines, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Gaines, PA

Average pressure in October - Gaines, 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
Gaines, PA

Average wind speed in October - Gaines, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Gaines, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Gaines, PA

Average rainfall in October - Gaines, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in October
Gaines, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Gaines, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Gaines, PA

Average snowfall in October - Gaines, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Gaines, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Gaines, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 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
Gaines, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gaines, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Gaines, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Gaines, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Gaines, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Gaines, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Gaines, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in October
Gaines, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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