October weather forecast
South Hills, PA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in South Hills, Pennsylvania, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 62.1°F (16.7°C) and min 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of October, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C) in September to a refreshing 62.1°F (16.7°C). South Hills's nights in October experience an average temperature drop to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in South Hills is 78%.

Rainfall

In South Hills, in October, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Hills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164 days and collects up to 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in South Hills. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In South Hills, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.3 days and aggregates up to 13.27" (337mm) of snow.

Daylight

In South Hills, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in South Hills, records 62.1°F (16.7°C), while the low-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In South Hills, during October, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does South Hills have in October?

In South Hills, 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 7:17 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does South Hills have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In South Hills, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
South Hills, PA

Average temperature in October - South Hills, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.1°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 (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in October
South Hills, PA

Average pressure in October - South Hills, PA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"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
South Hills, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in October
South Hills, PA

Average humidity in October - South Hills, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in October
South Hills, PA

Average rainfall in October - South Hills, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

Average rainfall days in October
South Hills, PA

Average rainfall days in October - South Hills, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
South Hills, PA

Average snowfall in October - South Hills, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
South Hills, PA

Average snowfall days in October - South Hills, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 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
South Hills, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - South Hills, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
South Hills, PA

Average sunshine days in October - South Hills, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

Average UV index in October
South Hills, PA

Average UV index in October - South Hills, PA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
South Hills, PA

Average cloud cover in October - South Hills, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
South Hills, PA

Average visibility in October - South Hills, PA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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