October weather forecast
New York, USA

October in New York State is quintessentially autumnal. It's a month where nature's canvas explodes in a medley of russet, gold, and deep red hues. The chill in the air becomes more pronounced, signaling the steady march toward winter, yet the month remains invigorated by the beauty of the fall foliage.

In the upstate regions, specifically around the Appalachian and Adirondack Mountains, the temperature spectrum generally spans from 45°F (7.2°C) to 65°F (18.3°C). These areas, especially at higher elevations, are in their prime for fall colors. Rain showers are not uncommon during this month, and their frequency can sometimes hasten the shedding of leaves from trees, especially as October wanes.

Downstate New York, which includes the Greater New York Metropolitan Area and Long Island, experiences temperatures that typically range between 50°F (10°C) and 70°F (21.1°C). The urban corridors, including New York City, witness the transformation of local parks into vibrant displays of autumnal colors. The urban heat island effect starts to diminish in significance, allowing the city to experience cooler nights more in tune with the broader state climate.

In comparison to the temperate days of September, October marks a perceptible descent in temperature. The latter half of the month, especially, feels the approach of winter's chill. Activities such as pumpkin picking, hayrides, and outdoor festivals celebrating the harvest are emblematic of October in New York. As the month reaches its conclusion, there's an anticipatory air, with residents and visitors alike preparing for the colder embrace of November and the approaching winter season.

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• New York - October »
  In New York, in October, during 13.7 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the last day of October, in New York, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EDT.
• Buffalo - October »
  October sees a prominent shift in weather patterns with a substantial fall in temperature, persuading Buffalo's residents to reach for their warmer attire. The start of October in Buffalo involves a temperature drop, moving from an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C) in September to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C).
• Rochester - October »
  In Rochester, in October, during 17.8 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rochester, in October, during 17.8 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Yonkers - October »
  On the first day of October in Yonkers sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of October, in Yonkers, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EDT.
• Syracuse - October »
  The onset of October in Syracuse is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C) in September to a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C). October is the first month it typically snows in Syracuse, New York.
• Albany - October »
  January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Albany, New York. October is the first month it typically snows in Albany, New York.
• New Rochelle - October »
  In New Rochelle, New York, snow does not fall in May through October. In New Rochelle snow does not fall in May through October.
• Mount Vernon - October »
  On the last day of October, in Mount Vernon, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EDT. In Mount Vernon, during October, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.
• Schenectady - October »
  On the first day of October in Schenectady, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. In Schenectady, in October, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Utica - October »
  On the first day of October in Utica sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. In Utica, during October, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.
• White Plains - October »
  On the first day of October in White Plains sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. In White Plains during October, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.
• Hempstead - October »
  October progresses Hempstead further into the fall, with the temperatures continuing to cool, and the daylight hours gradually diminishing compared to September. In Hempstead, in October, during 8.5 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.