October weather forecast
Plains, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Plains, Pennsylvania, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 43°F (6.1°C) and 59°F (15°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, shifting from a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C) in September to a mild 59°F (15°C). An average nighttime temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) is noted during the month of October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Plains, in October, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.1 rainfall days, and 24.53" (623mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 19.92" (506mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Plains is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

In Plains, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Plains in October?

In Plains, in October, the average high-temperature is 59°F (15°C), and the average low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 82%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Plains, in October, during 13 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically 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 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length in Plains, Pennsylvania, is 11h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Plains?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Plains?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Plains, PA

Average temperature in October - Plains, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Plains, PA

Average pressure in October - Plains, 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
Plains, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Plains, PA

Average humidity in October - Plains, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Plains, PA

Average rainfall in October - Plains, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in October
Plains, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Plains, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Plains, PA

Average snowfall in October - Plains, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Plains, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Plains, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Plains, PA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Plains, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Plains, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Plains, PA

Average UV index in October - Plains, PA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Plains, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Plains, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Plains, PA

Average visibility in October - Plains, 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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