October weather forecast
West Reading, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in West Reading, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 62.4°F (16.9°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

In the transition to October, West Reading observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C). During the month of October, an average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) is recorded.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and October, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In West Reading, during October, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.1 snowfall days, and 12.28" (312mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In West Reading, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In West Reading, in October, the average high-temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and October, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

In West Reading, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In West Reading, in October, during 13.1 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Reading have in October?

In West Reading, the average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In West Reading, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
West Reading, PA

Average temperature in October - West Reading, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in October
West Reading, PA

Average pressure in October - West Reading, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
West Reading, PA

Average wind speed in October - West Reading, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
West Reading, PA

Average humidity in October - West Reading, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in October
West Reading, PA

Average rainfall in October - West Reading, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.05").

Average rainfall days in October
West Reading, PA

Average rainfall days in October - West Reading, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
West Reading, PA

Average snowfall in October - West Reading, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
West Reading, PA

Average snowfall days in October - West Reading, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - West Reading, 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 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
West Reading, PA

Average sunshine days in October - West Reading, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
West Reading, PA

Average UV index in October - West Reading, PA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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 Reading, PA

Average cloud cover in October - West Reading, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

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

Average visibility in October
West Reading, PA

Average visibility in October - West Reading, PA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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