October weather forecast
Indian Head, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Indian Head, Pennsylvania, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 60.1°F (15.6°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

October's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C) in September to a refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C). Indian Head's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 43.5°F (6.4°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

In Indian Head, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout October, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Indian Head, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.1 days and collects up to 33.43" (849mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Indian Head, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.4 days and aggregates up to 34.17" (868mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Indian Head, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Indian Head is 5.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Indian Head in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 60.1°F (15.6°C) and a low-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Indian Head, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Indian Head, in October, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Indian Head, the average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Indian Head, PA

Average temperature in October - Indian Head, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Indian Head, PA

Average pressure in October - Indian Head, 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
Indian Head, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Indian Head, PA

Average humidity in October - Indian Head, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Indian Head, PA

Average rainfall in October - Indian Head, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.97").

Average rainfall days in October
Indian Head, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Indian Head, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Indian Head, PA

Average snowfall in October - Indian Head, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Indian Head, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Indian Head, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Indian Head, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Indian Head, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Indian Head, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Indian Head, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Indian Head, PA

Average UV index in October - Indian Head, PA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Indian Head, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Indian Head, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Indian Head, PA

Average visibility in October - Indian Head, PA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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