October weather forecast
Ruchsville, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Ruchsville, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 62.1°F (16.7°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

October involves a decrease in temperature, down from a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a refreshing 62.1°F (16.7°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) on average during October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Ruchsville, in October, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.1 rainfall days, and 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Ruchsville. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Ruchsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.4 days and aggregates up to 13.82" (351mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October in Ruchsville, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

In Ruchsville, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during October morphs into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 62.1°F (16.7°C) and a low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Ruchsville, in October, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ruchsville have in October?

In Ruchsville, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Ruchsville, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Ruchsville, PA

Average temperature in October - Ruchsville, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Ruchsville, PA

Average pressure in October - Ruchsville, 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
Ruchsville, PA

Average wind speed in October - Ruchsville, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Ruchsville, PA

Average humidity in October - Ruchsville, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

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

Average rainfall in October
Ruchsville, PA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in October
Ruchsville, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ruchsville, PA

Average snowfall in October - Ruchsville, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ruchsville, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Ruchsville, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ruchsville, PA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Ruchsville, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Ruchsville, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Ruchsville, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Ruchsville, PA

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

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

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