October weather forecast
Mechanicsburg, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46°F (7.8°C) and an average high of 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of October, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C). Nighttime temperature in Mechanicsburg lowers to an average of 46°F (7.8°C) in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Mechanicsburg is 79%.

Rainfall

In Mechanicsburg, during October, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In Mechanicsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.3 days and collects up to 11.73" (298mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Mechanicsburg, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Mechanicsburg, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Mechanicsburg, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

During October, Mechanicsburg experiences an average high-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and a low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C). In August, 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 appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Mechanicsburg?

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, in Mechanicsburg, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout October, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Mechanicsburg, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

In Mechanicsburg, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Mechanicsburg 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 in Mechanicsburg, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Mechanicsburg, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
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Average temperature in October
Mechanicsburg, PA

Average temperature in October - Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°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 (22.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Mechanicsburg, PA

Average pressure in October - Mechanicsburg, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Mechanicsburg, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Mechanicsburg, PA

Average humidity in October - Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Mechanicsburg, PA

Average rainfall in October - Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.3").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in October
Mechanicsburg, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mechanicsburg, PA

Average snowfall in October - Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mechanicsburg, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mechanicsburg, 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
Mechanicsburg, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Mechanicsburg, PA

Average UV index in October - Mechanicsburg, 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
Mechanicsburg, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Mechanicsburg, PA

Average visibility in October - Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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