October weather forecast
Ellensburg, WA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Ellensburg, Washington, with an average temperature ranging between max 56.3°F (13.5°C) and min 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

October indicates a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, moving down from an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C) in September to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C). Throughout October, the average low-temperature in Ellensburg, Washington, dips to an icy 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Ellensburg is 65%.

Rainfall

In Ellensburg, in October, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ellensburg, Washington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.9 days and collects up to 8.66" (220mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ellensburg are January through April, September through December. In Ellensburg, during October, snow falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ellensburg, there are 35.4 snowfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Ellensburg, Washington, is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of October, in Ellensburg, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:46 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Ellensburg, Washington, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

In Ellensburg, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ellensburg in October?

The high-temperature in Ellensburg, Washington, during October is 56.3°F (13.5°C) and the low-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Ellensburg?

The average relative humidity in October in Ellensburg, Washington, is 65%.

How many days does it rain in October in Ellensburg?

In Ellensburg, Washington, in October, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ellensburg in October?

In Ellensburg, Washington, during October, snow falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ellensburg have in October?

In Ellensburg, Washington, the average day length in October is 10h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Ellensburg?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:46 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Ellensburg?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Ellensburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Ellensburg, WA

Average temperature in October - Ellensburg, WA
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Ellensburg, WA

Average pressure in October - Ellensburg, WA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Ellensburg, WA

Average wind speed in October - Ellensburg, WA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Ellensburg, WA

Average humidity in October - Ellensburg, WA
  • Average humidity in October: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (46%).

Average rainfall in October
Ellensburg, WA

Average rainfall in October - Ellensburg, WA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.16").

Average rainfall days in October
Ellensburg, WA

Average rainfall days in October - Ellensburg, WA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ellensburg, WA

Average snowfall in October - Ellensburg, WA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ellensburg, WA

Average snowfall days in October - Ellensburg, WA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ellensburg, WA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ellensburg, WA
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ellensburg, WA

Average sunshine days in October - Ellensburg, WA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Ellensburg, WA

Average UV index in October - Ellensburg, WA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Ellensburg, WA

Average cloud cover in October - Ellensburg, WA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in October
Ellensburg, WA

Average visibility in October - Ellensburg, WA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (4mi).

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