October weather forecastFrankford, DE
October
Weather in October
October is characterized by a significant drop in temperatures, a signal of the more pronounced fall weather. The average high temperatures dip to 62.2°F (16.8°C), a steep decline from the previous month's climate. Cloud cover increases, indicating the typical fall weather patterns in Frankford. The daylight hours continue to dwindle, as do the sunshine hours reflecting the onset of winter. Wind speeds also increase slightly from the previous month, reinforcing the advent of cooler weather.Temperature
The start of October signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderately hot 75.9°F (24.4°C) in September to a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C). An average low-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C) is common during the nights of October.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 77%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout October, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Frankford, Delaware, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.8 days and collects up to 25.2" (640mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Frankford is 5.8h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Frankford, DE
- Average high temperature in October: 66.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 56.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Frankford, 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
Frankford, DE
- Average wind speed in October: 10.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Frankford, DE
- Average humidity in October: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).
Average rainfall in October
Frankford, DE
- Average rainfall in October: 2.6"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").
Average rainfall days in October
Frankford, DE
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Frankford, DE
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Frankford, DE
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Frankford, DE
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Frankford, DE
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Frankford, 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
Frankford, DE
- Average cloud cover in October: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in October
Frankford, 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).
