Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
Arrival of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C). Shippensburg's nighttime temperature in October falls to an average of 45.7°F (7.6°C).Humidity
February and October, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout October, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. 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 Shippensburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.8 days and aggregates up to 15.39" (391mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 8min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.
Sunshine
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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index reading in October?
Average temperature in October
Shippensburg, 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
Shippensburg, 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
Shippensburg, 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
Shippensburg, 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
Shippensburg, 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
Shippensburg, 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
Shippensburg, 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
Shippensburg, 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
Shippensburg, 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
Shippensburg, 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
Shippensburg, 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
Shippensburg, 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
Shippensburg, 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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