October weather forecastDunkirk, NY
October
Weather in October
October further pronounces the ongoing shift in Dunkirk's weather, transitioning deeper into autumn. The weather asserts its volatility with significant rainfall of 3.19" (81mm). The UV index stays low, and daylight hours decline, aligning with the changing season. Lower temperatures persist, gradually preparing Dunkirk for its distinctive winter. The turning leaves and cool winds are a constant reminder of the change in season.Temperature
October in Dunkirk is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C) in September to a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C). Dunkirk, during the month of October, experiences an average low-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are September through November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Dunkirk, in October, it is raining for 19.3 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.9 rainfall days, and 33.43" (849mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Dunkirk, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.7 days and aggregates up to 20.67" (525mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Dunkirk is 11h and 2min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 4.6h.UV index
In Dunkirk, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Dunkirk, NY
- Average high temperature in October: 57.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 48.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Dunkirk, NY
- Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Dunkirk, NY
- Average wind speed in October: 12.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Dunkirk, NY
- Average humidity in October: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September, October and November (77%).
Average rainfall in October
Dunkirk, NY
- Average rainfall in October: 3.19"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in October
Dunkirk, NY
- Average rainfall days in October: 19.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Dunkirk, NY
- Average snowfall in October: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Dunkirk, NY
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Dunkirk, NY
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 4h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Dunkirk, NY
- Average sunshine days in October: 10.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Dunkirk, NY
- Average UV index in October: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Dunkirk, NY
- Average cloud cover in October: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Dunkirk, NY
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
