October weather forecast
Hershey, PA

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Weather in October

October dons the quintessential autumn attire, expressing cooler weather and lesser rainfall. Though significantly colder than September, the daytime temperatures still hover around milde. An occasional light snowfall, typically around 0.16" (4mm), might make an appearance but it does not linger for long. The wind picks up its pace, rustling up the dried leaves and heralding the future winter chill. Daylight hours, following suit, continue to reduce, making way for longer nights.

Temperature

Hershey's weather changes with the onset of October, slightly falling from a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C). Hershey's temperature lowers to a mean of 45.9°F (7.7°C) during the nights in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Hershey, in October, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hershey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.3 days and collects up to 30.71" (780mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.8 snowfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hershey, Pennsylvania, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Hershey, the average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following advice:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Hershey, 61.9°F (16.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.9°F (7.7°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Hershey, in October, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hershey have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Hershey?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Hershey, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Hershey, PA

Average pressure in October - Hershey, PA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Hershey, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Hershey, PA

Average humidity in October - Hershey, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Hershey, PA

Average rainfall in October - Hershey, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in October
Hershey, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Hershey, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.7 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
Hershey, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hershey, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Hershey, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hershey, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hershey, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Hershey, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in October
Hershey, PA

Average UV index in October - Hershey, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Hershey, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Hershey, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Hershey, PA

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

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

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