October weather forecast
Palo Alto, PA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Palo Alto, Pennsylvania, is another comfortable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 60.8°F (16°C) and an average low of 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

October's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) in September to an enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C). October witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a chilly 44.6°F (7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout October, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.9 rainfall days, and 34.21" (869mm) 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 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Palo Alto, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.7 days and aggregates up to 20.47" (520mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Palo Alto, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.2h.

UV index

In Palo Alto, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

During October, Palo Alto experiences an average high-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C) and a low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout October, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Palo Alto have 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 7:01 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Palo Alto have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Palo Alto, PA

Average temperature in October - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Palo Alto, PA

Average pressure in October - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Palo Alto, PA

Average wind speed in October - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Palo Alto, PA

Average humidity in October - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Palo Alto, PA

Average rainfall in October - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in October
Palo Alto, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Palo Alto, PA

Average snowfall in October - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Palo Alto, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Palo Alto, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Palo Alto, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Palo Alto, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Palo Alto, PA

Average UV index in October - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Palo Alto, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Palo Alto, PA

Average visibility in October - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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