October weather forecast
Lykens, PA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Lykens, Pennsylvania, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 45.3°F (7.4°C) and max 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

October comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C) in September to a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). October witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lykens, in October, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lykens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.4 days and collects up to 25.55" (649mm) 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 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Lykens, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.2 days and aggregates up to 12.32" (313mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Lykens?

In Lykens, 61.3°F (16.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.3°F (7.4°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Lykens, in October, during 12.4 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows in Lykens. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lykens have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lykens have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Lykens, 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
Lykens, PA

Average temperature in October - Lykens, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Lykens, PA

Average pressure in October - Lykens, 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
Lykens, PA

Average wind speed in October - Lykens, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Lykens, PA

Average humidity in October - Lykens, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Lykens, PA

Average rainfall in October - Lykens, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").

Average rainfall days in October
Lykens, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Lykens, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lykens, PA

Average snowfall in October - Lykens, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lykens, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lykens, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lykens, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Lykens, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Lykens, PA

Average UV index in October - Lykens, PA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Lykens, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Lykens, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Lykens, PA

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

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

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