October weather forecast
Rutherford, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Rutherford, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.9°F (16.6°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

A shift in Rutherford's weather is observed as September turns into October, with the average high temperature reducing from a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) to a comfortable 61.9°F (16.6°C). Rutherford's nights in October cool down to an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

In Rutherford, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout October, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128.8 rainfall days, and 15" (381mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Rutherford. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Rutherford, there are 19.2 snowfall days, and 7.52" (191mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Rutherford, the average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rutherford in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Rutherford, is 61.9°F (16.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Rutherford, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Rutherford, Pennsylvania, during October, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Rutherford?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rutherford have in October?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October in Rutherford?

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

Average temperature in October - Rutherford, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Rutherford, PA

Average pressure in October - Rutherford, PA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Rutherford, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Rutherford, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Rutherford, PA

Average rainfall in October - Rutherford, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in October
Rutherford, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Rutherford, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rutherford, PA

Average snowfall in October - Rutherford, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rutherford, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Rutherford, PA

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rutherford, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Rutherford, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Rutherford, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Rutherford, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Rutherford, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Rutherford, PA

Average visibility in October - Rutherford, PA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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