October weather forecast
Northampton, PA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Northampton, Pennsylvania, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 61.9°F (16.6°C).

Temperature

October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from September's warm 74.1°F (23.4°C) to a comfortable 61.9°F (16.6°C). Northampton records an average nighttime low of 45.9°F (7.7°C) in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Northampton, during October, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In Northampton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.5 days and collects up to 31.69" (805mm) 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 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Northampton, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.3 days and aggregates up to 17.24" (438mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Northampton, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of October, in Northampton, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Northampton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Northampton in October?

The high-temperature during October is 61.9°F (16.6°C) and the low-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In Northampton, during October, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of 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 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Northampton have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

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 hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Northampton, PA

Average temperature in October - Northampton, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Northampton, PA

Average pressure in October - Northampton, 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, PA

Average wind speed in October - Northampton, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

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

Average humidity in October
Northampton, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Northampton, PA

Average rainfall in October - Northampton, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in October
Northampton, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Northampton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Northampton, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Northampton, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 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, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Northampton, 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 2min

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, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Northampton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Northampton, PA

Average UV index in October - Northampton, 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
Northampton, PA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Northampton, PA

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

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

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