October weather forecast
Riggs, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Riggs, Pennsylvania, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 57.9°F (14.4°C) and min 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

Riggs in October experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C) in September to a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C). Riggs observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) during the month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 82%.

Rainfall

In Riggs, in October, during 14.7 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Riggs, there are 164.7 rainfall days, and 24.09" (612mm) 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 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Riggs, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.5 days and aggregates up to 20.75" (527mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Riggs, the average sunshine in October is 4.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Riggs, in October, the average high-temperature is 57.9°F (14.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Riggs, the average relative humidity in October is 82%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout October, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Riggs have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Riggs?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Riggs have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 4.8h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in October
Riggs, PA

Average temperature in October - Riggs, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Riggs, PA

Average pressure in October - Riggs, 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
Riggs, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Riggs, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Riggs, PA

Average rainfall in October - Riggs, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

Average rainfall days in October
Riggs, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Riggs, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Riggs, PA

Average snowfall in October - Riggs, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Riggs, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Riggs, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Riggs, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Riggs, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Riggs, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Riggs, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Riggs, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in October
Riggs, PA

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

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

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