October weather forecast
Orefield, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Orefield, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 62.1°F (16.7°C).

Temperature

As October commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.1°F (16.7°C). In Orefield, an average nighttime temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) is expected during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout October, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Orefield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.8 days and collects up to 30.75" (781mm) 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. Throughout the year, there are 29.4 snowfall days, and 15.87" (403mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Orefield, 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, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

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 radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
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. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature, in October, in Orefield, is 62.1°F (16.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 46°F (7.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout October, 2.68" (68mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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 6:59 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Orefield have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Orefield, PA

Average temperature in October - Orefield, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.1°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 (34.3°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 (21.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Orefield, PA

Average pressure in October - Orefield, 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
Orefield, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Orefield, PA

Average humidity in October - Orefield, 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
Orefield, PA

Average rainfall in October - Orefield, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in October
Orefield, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Orefield, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Orefield, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Orefield, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Orefield, 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Orefield, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Orefield, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Orefield, PA

Average UV index in October - Orefield, 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
Orefield, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Orefield, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

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
Orefield, PA

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

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

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