October weather forecast
Sandy Ridge, PA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Sandy Ridge, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 59°F (15°C) and min 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

The shift to October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C) in September to a mild 59°F (15°C). In the month of October, Sandy Ridge witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Sandy Ridge, during October, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Sandy Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159 days and collects up to 23.46" (596mm) 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 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 67.7 snowfall days, and 23.54" (598mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Sandy Ridge, Pennsylvania, is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of October in Sandy Ridge, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5h.

UV index

In Sandy Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during October translates into the following guidance:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Sandy Ridge, is 59°F (15°C), while the low-temperature averages to 42.6°F (5.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Sandy Ridge, in October, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sandy Ridge have in October?

In Sandy Ridge, the average sunshine duration in October is 5h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Sandy Ridge, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Sandy Ridge, PA

Average temperature in October - Sandy Ridge, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in October
Sandy Ridge, PA

Average pressure in October - Sandy Ridge, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sandy Ridge, PA

Average wind speed in October - Sandy Ridge, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Sandy Ridge, PA

Average humidity in October - Sandy Ridge, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Sandy Ridge, PA

Average rainfall in October - Sandy Ridge, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.42").

Average rainfall days in October
Sandy Ridge, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Sandy Ridge, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sandy Ridge, PA

Average snowfall in October - Sandy Ridge, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sandy Ridge, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Sandy Ridge, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sandy Ridge, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sandy Ridge, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sandy Ridge, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Sandy Ridge, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Sandy Ridge, PA

Average UV index in October - Sandy Ridge, PA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
Sandy Ridge, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Sandy Ridge, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in October
Sandy Ridge, PA

Average visibility in October - Sandy Ridge, PA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and September (4mi).

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