October weather forecast
Northampton Heights, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Northampton Heights, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 62.1°F (16.7°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

The start of October involves a temperature drop, moving from a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a refreshing 62.1°F (16.7°C). In October, Northampton Heights encounters an average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Northampton Heights, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Northampton Heights, in October, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153 rainfall days, and 26.81" (681mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Northampton Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.7 days and aggregates up to 14.49" (368mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Northampton Heights, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Northampton Heights, is 62.1°F (16.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Northampton Heights, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout October, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is 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 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Northampton Heights have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Northampton Heights, PA

Average temperature in October - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.2°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 (21.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Northampton Heights, PA

Average pressure in October - Northampton Heights, 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
Northampton Heights, PA

Average wind speed in October - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Northampton Heights, PA

Average humidity in October - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

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

Average rainfall in October
Northampton Heights, PA

Average rainfall in October - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in October
Northampton Heights, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Northampton Heights, PA

Average snowfall in October - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Northampton Heights, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Northampton Heights, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Northampton Heights, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Northampton Heights, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in October
Northampton Heights, PA

Average UV index in October - Northampton Heights, 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
Northampton Heights, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Northampton Heights, PA

Average visibility in October - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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