October weather forecast
Nelson, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Nelson, Pennsylvania, is a moderate autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and an average high of 57.2°F (14°C).

Temperature

Transition into October marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 69.8°F (21°C) in September to a mild 57.2°F (14°C). Nelson's October nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Nelson, in October, during 15.7 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.3 rainfall days, and 28.19" (716mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Nelson. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 80.4 snowfall days, and 33.03" (839mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Nelson, Pennsylvania, is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 4.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

During October, Nelson experiences an average high-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C) and a low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 82%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Nelson, during October, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Nelson?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Nelson have in October?

In Nelson, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Nelson, PA

Average temperature in October - Nelson, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Nelson, PA

Average pressure in October - Nelson, PA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Nelson, PA

Average wind speed in October - Nelson, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Nelson, PA

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

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

Average rainfall in October
Nelson, PA

Average rainfall in October - Nelson, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

Average rainfall days in October
Nelson, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Nelson, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Nelson, PA

Average snowfall in October - Nelson, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Nelson, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Nelson, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Nelson, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Nelson, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Nelson, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Nelson, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Nelson, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in October
Nelson, PA

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

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

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