October weather forecast
Delaware, NJ

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Delaware, New Jersey, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 60.3°F (15.7°C).

Temperature

Delaware's weather in October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from September's warm 73.4°F (23°C) to a moderate 60.3°F (15.7°C). Delaware experiences a nighttime temperature average of 44.2°F (6.8°C) during October.

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Delaware, New Jersey, in October, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Delaware, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.9 days and collects up to 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Delaware. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Delaware, there are 42.7 snowfall days, and 21.26" (540mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Delaware is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of October in Delaware, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Delaware in October?

In October, in Delaware, the average high-temperature is 60.3°F (15.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Delaware?

The months with the highest humidity in Delaware are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in October in Delaware?

The average relative humidity in October in Delaware is 82%.

How many days does it rain in October in Delaware?

In Delaware, New Jersey, during October, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Delaware?

October is the first month it typically snows in Delaware, New Jersey. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length in Delaware is 11h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Delaware?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Delaware, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Delaware have in October?

In Delaware, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Delaware?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Delaware, New Jersey, is 3. A UV Index reading 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
Delaware, NJ

Average temperature in October - Delaware, NJ
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Delaware, NJ

Average pressure in October - Delaware, NJ
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Delaware, NJ

Average wind speed in October - Delaware, NJ
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in October
Delaware, NJ

Average humidity in October - Delaware, NJ
  • Average humidity in October: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in October
Delaware, NJ

Average rainfall in October - Delaware, NJ
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in October
Delaware, NJ

Average rainfall days in October - Delaware, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Delaware, NJ

Average snowfall in October - Delaware, NJ
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Delaware, NJ

Average snowfall days in October - Delaware, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Delaware, NJ

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Delaware, NJ
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Delaware, NJ

Average sunshine days in October - Delaware, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Delaware, NJ

Average UV index in October - Delaware, NJ
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Delaware, NJ

Average cloud cover in October - Delaware, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in October
Delaware, NJ

Average visibility in October - Delaware, NJ
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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