October weather forecast
New Britain, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in New Britain, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 63.5°F (17.5°C) and an average low of 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in October, reducing from a moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C). New Britain's nights in October cool down to an average low-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and October, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In New Britain, in October, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. In New Britain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) 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 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24.6 snowfall days, and 10.24" (260mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in New Britain are 63.5°F (17.5°C) and 48.2°F (9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and October, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In New Britain, in October, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

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 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In New Britain, the average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in New Britain, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In New Britain, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
New Britain, PA

Average temperature in October - New Britain, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in October
New Britain, PA

Average pressure in October - New Britain, 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
New Britain, PA

Average wind speed in October - New Britain, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
New Britain, PA

Average humidity in October - New Britain, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in October
New Britain, PA

Average rainfall in October - New Britain, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in October
New Britain, PA

Average rainfall days in October - New Britain, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
New Britain, PA

Average snowfall in October - New Britain, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
New Britain, PA

Average snowfall days in October - New Britain, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
New Britain, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - New Britain, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
New Britain, PA

Average sunshine days in October - New Britain, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in October
New Britain, PA

Average UV index in October - New Britain, PA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (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
New Britain, PA

Average cloud cover in October - New Britain, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
New Britain, PA

Average visibility in October - New Britain, 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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