October weather forecast
Summit, NJ

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Summit, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average high of 62.2°F (16.8°C) and an average low of 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

October weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C). Summit, in October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Summit, in October, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Summit, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.2 days and collects up to 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Summit are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Summit. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Summit, during the entire year, snow falls for 26 days and aggregates up to 11.61" (295mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Summit is 5.6h.

UV index

In Summit, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Summit?

In October, in Summit, the average high-temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.5°F (8.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Summit?

In Summit, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How much does it rain in Summit in October?

In Summit, in October, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Summit?

October is the first month it typically snows in Summit, New Jersey. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Summit have in October?

The average day length in October in Summit is 11h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Summit?

On the first day of October in Summit, New Jersey, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Summit?

The average sunshine duration in October in Summit, New Jersey, is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Summit?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Summit, New Jersey, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Summit, NJ

Average temperature in October - Summit, NJ
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Summit, NJ

Average pressure in October - Summit, NJ
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"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
Summit, NJ

Average wind speed in October - Summit, NJ
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Summit, NJ

Average humidity in October - Summit, NJ
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Summit, NJ

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in October
Summit, NJ

Average rainfall days in October - Summit, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Summit, NJ

Average snowfall in October - Summit, NJ
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Summit, NJ

Average snowfall days in October - Summit, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 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
Summit, NJ

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Summit, NJ

Average sunshine days in October - Summit, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Summit, NJ

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Summit, NJ

Average cloud cover in October - Summit, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in October
Summit, NJ

Average visibility in October - Summit, NJ
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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