October weather forecast
South Mountain, PA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in South Mountain, Pennsylvania, is another comfortable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and an average high of 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Temperature

The commencement of October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from September's moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C) to a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C). Throughout October, South Mountain anticipates an average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In South Mountain, during October, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 125.3 rainfall days, and 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In South Mountain, Pennsylvania, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:06 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

In October, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature, in October, in South Mountain, is 63.1°F (17.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 46.2°F (7.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In South Mountain, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In South Mountain, in October, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In South Mountain, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

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

In October, the average day length is 11h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 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.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In South Mountain, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
South Mountain, PA

Average temperature in October - South Mountain, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in October
South Mountain, PA

Average pressure in October - South Mountain, 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
South Mountain, PA

Average wind speed in October - South Mountain, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in October
South Mountain, PA

Average humidity in October - South Mountain, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

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

Average rainfall in October
South Mountain, PA

Average rainfall in October - South Mountain, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
South Mountain, PA

Average rainfall days in October - South Mountain, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
South Mountain, PA

Average snowfall in October - South Mountain, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
South Mountain, PA

Average snowfall days in October - South Mountain, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
South Mountain, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - South Mountain, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
South Mountain, PA

Average sunshine days in October - South Mountain, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

Average UV index in October
South Mountain, PA

Average UV index in October - South Mountain, PA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
South Mountain, PA

Average cloud cover in October - South Mountain, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
South Mountain, PA

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

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

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