October weather forecast
Scranton, SC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Scranton, South Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 56.3°F (13.5°C) and max 74.3°F (23.5°C).

Temperature

A shift in Scranton's weather is observed as September turns into October, with the average high temperature reducing from a moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C) to a still warm 74.3°F (23.5°C). An average low-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C) is recorded during the nights in October in Scranton, South Carolina.

Humidity

In Scranton, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In Scranton, in October, during 9.2 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Scranton, there are 170.2 rainfall days, and 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Scranton, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Scranton, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In Scranton, South Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
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. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Scranton in October?

The high-temperature in Scranton during October is 74.3°F (23.5°C) and the low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Scranton?

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October in Scranton?

In Scranton, in October, during 9.2 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Scranton?

March through December are months without snowfall in Scranton.

What is the average length of the day in October in Scranton?

In October, the average day length in Scranton, South Carolina, is 11h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Scranton?

On the first day of October in Scranton, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Scranton?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Scranton is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in October in Scranton?

In Scranton, South Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Scranton, SC

Average temperature in October - Scranton, SC
  • Average high temperature in October: 74.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Scranton, SC

Average pressure in October - Scranton, SC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Scranton, SC

Average wind speed in October - Scranton, SC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Scranton, SC

Average humidity in October - Scranton, SC
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Scranton, SC

Average rainfall in October - Scranton, SC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in October
Scranton, SC

Average rainfall days in October - Scranton, SC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Scranton, SC

Average snowfall in October - Scranton, SC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Scranton, SC

Average snowfall days in October - Scranton, SC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Scranton, SC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Scranton, SC
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Scranton, SC

Average sunshine days in October - Scranton, SC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Scranton, SC

Average UV index in October - Scranton, SC
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Scranton, SC

Average cloud cover in October - Scranton, SC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Scranton, SC

Average visibility in October - Scranton, SC
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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