October weather forecast
Steptoe, WA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Steptoe, Washington, is another mild autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and an average high of 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Temperature

The start of October signals a considerable reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C) in September to a mild 57.6°F (14.2°C). The average temperature during October nights is registered at a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 61%.

Rainfall

In Steptoe, in October, during 11.3 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Steptoe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.2 days and collects up to 14.69" (373mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In October, it is snowing for 0.3 days. Throughout October, 0.04" (1mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 39.6 snowfall days, and 22.68" (576mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:34 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Steptoe, is 57.6°F (14.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 42.1°F (5.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 61%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Steptoe, in October, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in October?

In Steptoe, during October, snow falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Steptoe have in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:34 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Steptoe have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Steptoe, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Steptoe, WA

Average temperature in October - Steptoe, WA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Steptoe, WA

Average pressure in October - Steptoe, WA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Steptoe, WA

Average wind speed in October - Steptoe, WA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Steptoe, WA

Average humidity in October - Steptoe, WA
  • Average humidity in October: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (37%).

Average rainfall in October
Steptoe, WA

Average rainfall in October - Steptoe, WA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

Average rainfall days in October
Steptoe, WA

Average rainfall days in October - Steptoe, WA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Steptoe, WA

Average snowfall in October - Steptoe, WA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Steptoe, WA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Steptoe, 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 5min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Steptoe, WA

Average sunshine days in October - Steptoe, WA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Steptoe, WA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Steptoe, WA

Average cloud cover in October - Steptoe, WA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in October
Steptoe, WA

Average visibility in October - Steptoe, 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, February and December (5mi).

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