October weather forecast
Luzerne, PA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Luzerne, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59°F (15°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

Setting in of October comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C) in September to a refreshing 59°F (15°C). An average temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) marks the nights in October.

Humidity

In Luzerne, the average relative humidity in October is 82%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout October, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Luzerne, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.7 days and collects up to 13.19" (335mm) 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 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Luzerne, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.9 days and aggregates up to 9.92" (252mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Luzerne, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Luzerne, the average sunshine in October is 5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in October leads to these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

Luzerne in October has an average high-temperature of 59°F (15°C) and an average low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Luzerne, the average relative humidity in October is 82%.

How much does it rain in Luzerne in October?

In Luzerne, in October, during 12.2 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Luzerne, Pennsylvania, the average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Luzerne have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Luzerne?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Luzerne, PA

Average temperature in October - Luzerne, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Luzerne, PA

Average pressure in October - Luzerne, 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
Luzerne, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Luzerne, PA

Average humidity in October - Luzerne, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Luzerne, PA

Average rainfall in October - Luzerne, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in October
Luzerne, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Luzerne, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Luzerne, PA

Average snowfall in October - Luzerne, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Luzerne, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Luzerne, PA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Luzerne, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Luzerne, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Luzerne, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Luzerne, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Luzerne, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Luzerne, PA

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

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

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