October weather forecast
Shirleysburg, PA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Shirleysburg, Pennsylvania, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Shirleysburg experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C). An average low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) is recorded during the nights in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Shirleysburg, during October, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. In Shirleysburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.3 days and collects up to 28.19" (716mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Shirleysburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.6 days and aggregates up to 17.91" (455mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Shirleysburg are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 61.5°F (16.4°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Shirleysburg, in October, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Shirleysburg is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Shirleysburg, PA

Average temperature in October - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Shirleysburg, PA

Average pressure in October - Shirleysburg, 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
Shirleysburg, PA

Average wind speed in October - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Shirleysburg, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Shirleysburg, PA

Average rainfall in October - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Shirleysburg, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Shirleysburg, PA

Average snowfall in October - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Shirleysburg, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Shirleysburg, 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 January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Shirleysburg, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Shirleysburg, PA

Average UV index in October - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May and June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Shirleysburg, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Shirleysburg, PA

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

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

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