October weather forecast
West Chester, PA

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A cool summer day over the colorful cityscape of West Chester, Pennsylvania
A cool summer day over the colorful cityscape of West Chester, Pennsylvania

Weather in October

October ushers in the full glory of fall weather in West Chester, Pennsylvania. The month offers plenty of visual treats, with rustic colors cloaking the cityscape, backdropped by clear azure skies. Temperatures cool down significantly, hinting at the impending chill of winter. In contrast to the drying leaves, rainfall and humidity remain a constant presence throughout the month. The golden, russet and crimson hues of October tell tales of change, marking a significant shift from the heat of the summer to the chill of winter.

Temperature

West Chester, Pennsylvania, in October undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from September's moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C) to a comfortable 63.5°F (17.5°C). Throughout the nights in October, an average low-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C) is noted.

Humidity

February and October, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In West Chester, in October, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128.5 rainfall days, and 14.92" (379mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In West Chester, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In West Chester, in October, the average high-temperature is 63.5°F (17.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity in West Chester are February and October, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout October, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In West Chester, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in West Chester is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
West Chester, PA

Average temperature in October - West Chester, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in October
West Chester, PA

Average pressure in October - West Chester, 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
West Chester, PA

Average wind speed in October - West Chester, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
West Chester, PA

Average humidity in October - West Chester, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in October
West Chester, PA

Average rainfall in October - West Chester, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in October
West Chester, PA

Average rainfall days in October - West Chester, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
West Chester, PA

Average snowfall in October - West Chester, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
West Chester, PA

Average snowfall days in October - West Chester, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
West Chester, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - West Chester, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
West Chester, PA

Average sunshine days in October - West Chester, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.1 days).

Average UV index in October
West Chester, PA

Average UV index in October - West Chester, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
West Chester, PA

Average cloud cover in October - West Chester, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
West Chester, PA

Average visibility in October - West Chester, 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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