October weather forecast
Portland, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Portland, Pennsylvania, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 60.6°F (15.9°C) and min 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

October's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a warm 73.8°F (23.2°C) in September to a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C). Portland temperatures generally rest at a low of 44.6°F (7°C) during the October nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In Portland, during October, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135.7 rainfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) 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 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.7 snowfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:57 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 medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Portland, records 60.6°F (15.9°C), while the low-temperature is 44.6°F (7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout October, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Portland?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Portland, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Portland, PA

Average temperature in October - Portland, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Portland, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Portland, PA

Average wind speed in October - Portland, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Portland, PA

Average humidity in October - Portland, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

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

Average rainfall in October
Portland, PA

Average rainfall in October - Portland, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in October
Portland, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Portland, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Portland, PA

Average snowfall in October - Portland, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Portland, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Portland, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Portland, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Portland, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Portland, PA

Average UV index in October - Portland, PA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Portland, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Portland, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Portland, PA

Average visibility in October - Portland, 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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