October weather forecast
Lawson Heights, PA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Lawson Heights, Pennsylvania, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.8°F (16°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

In the transition to October, Lawson Heights observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 73.8°F (23.2°C) in September to a refreshing 60.8°F (16°C). In Lawson Heights, October is marked by an average low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout October, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lawson Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.8 days and collects up to 25.55" (649mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.9 snowfall days, and 18.62" (473mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Lawson Heights is 5.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C) and a low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Lawson Heights, during October, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows in Lawson Heights, Pennsylvania. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Lawson Heights, the average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / 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 many hours of sunshine does Lawson Heights have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Lawson Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Lawson Heights, PA

Average temperature in October - Lawson Heights, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Lawson Heights, PA

Average pressure in October - Lawson Heights, PA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"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
Lawson Heights, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Lawson Heights, PA

Average humidity in October - Lawson Heights, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

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

Average rainfall in October
Lawson Heights, PA

Average rainfall in October - Lawson Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.38").

Average rainfall days in October
Lawson Heights, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Lawson Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lawson Heights, PA

Average snowfall in October - Lawson Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lawson Heights, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Lawson Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lawson Heights, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lawson Heights, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lawson Heights, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Lawson Heights, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7 days).

Average UV index in October
Lawson Heights, PA

Average UV index in October - Lawson Heights, 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
Lawson Heights, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Lawson Heights, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Lawson Heights, PA

Average visibility in October - Lawson Heights, PA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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