October weather forecast
Rector, PA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Rector, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 60.6°F (15.9°C) and min 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into October is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C) in September to a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C). Throughout the month of October, Rector observes an average nighttime temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Rector, in October, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rector, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.2 days and collects up to 19.45" (494mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.9 snowfall days, and 18.11" (460mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Rector, is 60.6°F (15.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°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 13.5 days. Throughout October, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rector have in October?

In Rector, the average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rector have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Rector is 5.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Rector, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Rector, PA

Average wind speed in October - Rector, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Rector, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Rector, PA

Average rainfall in October - Rector, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.02").

Average rainfall days in October
Rector, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Rector, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rector, PA

Average snowfall in October - Rector, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rector, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Rector, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rector, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Rector, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Rector, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Rector, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Rector, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Rector, PA

Average visibility in October - Rector, 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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