October weather forecastCheswold, DE
October
Weather in October
October in Cheswold truly reflects the essence of Fall with temperatures dropping to an average high of 65.5°F (18.6°C). This significant change from September’s warmth results in cooler days and colder nights. Residents find delight in the crisp air and color-changing foliage. With less rainfall compared to previous months, Stanwood's residents enjoy drier October days. As the global shift towards the end of the year continues, the dwindling daylight hours get noticeably shorter.Temperature
The onset of October entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C) in September to a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C). October brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout October, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 34.96" (888mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.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 7:29 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Cheswold, Delaware, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.UV index
In Cheswold, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Cheswold, DE
- Average high temperature in October: 65.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 52.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).
Average pressure in October
Cheswold, DE
- 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
Cheswold, DE
- Average wind speed in October: 8.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).
Average humidity in October
Cheswold, DE
- Average humidity in October: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in October
Cheswold, DE
- Average rainfall in October: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").
Average rainfall days in October
Cheswold, DE
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Cheswold, DE
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Cheswold, DE
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cheswold, DE
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Cheswold, DE
- Average sunshine days in October: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Cheswold, DE
- Average UV index in October: 4
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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Cheswold, DE
- Average cloud cover in October: 38
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Cheswold, DE
- 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).
