October weather forecast
Scotland, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Scotland, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 62.8°F (17.1°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

Scotland observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) to an enjoyable 62.8°F (17.1°C). Scotland's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 45.7°F (7.6°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

February and October, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Scotland, during October, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156 rainfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) 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 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Scotland, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.8 days and aggregates up to 15.39" (391mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Scotland, is 62.8°F (17.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Scotland?

The months with the highest humidity are February and October, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October in Scotland?

In Scotland, during October, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Scotland have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in October
Scotland, PA

Average temperature in October - Scotland, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.8°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 (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Scotland, PA

Average pressure in October - Scotland, PA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"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
Scotland, PA

Average wind speed in October - Scotland, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Scotland, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Scotland, PA

Average rainfall in October - Scotland, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Scotland, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Scotland, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Scotland, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Scotland, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Scotland, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Scotland, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Scotland, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Scotland, PA

Average UV index in October - Scotland, 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
Scotland, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Scotland, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Scotland, PA

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

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

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