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
October brings a drop in Thornton's average high-temperature, falling from a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C) in September to an enjoyable 64.2°F (17.9°C). The mean low-temperature during October nights is a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout October, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Thornton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Thornton, there are 22 snowfall days, and 11.81" (300mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Thornton, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Thornton, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Average temperature in October
Thornton, PA
- Average high temperature in October: 64.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 49.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Thornton, PA
- Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Thornton, PA
- Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in October
Thornton, PA
- Average humidity in October: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in October
Thornton, PA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").
Average rainfall days in October
Thornton, PA
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in October
Thornton, PA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Thornton, PA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Thornton, 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 4min
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 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Thornton, PA
- Average sunshine days in October: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).
Average UV index in October
Thornton, PA
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Thornton, PA
- Average cloud cover in October: 42
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in October
Thornton, PA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
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