Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
Gettysburg's weather changes with the onset of October, slightly falling from a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C) in September to a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C). Gettysburg's nights in October experience an average temperature drop to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C).Humidity
In Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.Rainfall
In Gettysburg, in October, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gettysburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125 days and collects up to 12.13" (308mm) 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 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Gettysburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.9 days and aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 8min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.UV index
In Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in October?
How much does it rain in October?
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How many hours of daylight does Gettysburg have in October?
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How long on average sun shines in October?
What is the UV index intensity in October?
Average temperature in October
Gettysburg, PA
- Average high temperature in October: 63.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 46.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).
Average pressure in October
Gettysburg, 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
Gettysburg, PA
- Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Gettysburg, PA
- Average humidity in October: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).
Average rainfall in October
Gettysburg, PA
- Average rainfall in October: 1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").
Average rainfall days in October
Gettysburg, PA
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Gettysburg, PA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Gettysburg, PA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gettysburg, PA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Gettysburg, PA
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Gettysburg, PA
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Gettysburg, PA
- Average cloud cover in October: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in October
Gettysburg, PA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
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