October weather forecast
Durham, NY

Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Durham, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 56.5°F (13.6°C) and min 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

In Durham, New York, the average high-temperature in October decreases from a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C) in September to a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C). In October, in Durham, the average low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Durham is 83%.

Rainfall

In Durham, during October, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. In Durham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.5 days and collects up to 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Durham, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.8 days and aggregates up to 35.35" (898mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Durham is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Durham is 5.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translate into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in October in Durham?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Durham, is 56.5°F (13.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Durham?

In Durham, New York, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

How much does it rain in Durham in October?

In Durham, New York, in October, during 13.2 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Durham?

October is the first month it typically snows in Durham. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Durham have in October?

In Durham, the average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Durham?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Durham, New York, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Durham?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Durham is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Durham?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Durham, NY

Average temperature in October - Durham, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Durham, NY

Average pressure in October - Durham, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Durham, NY

Average wind speed in October - Durham, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Durham, NY

Average humidity in October - Durham, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in October
Durham, NY

Average rainfall in October - Durham, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in October
Durham, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Durham, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Durham, NY

Average snowfall in October - Durham, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Durham, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Durham, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.3 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
Durham, NY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Durham, NY
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 14min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 8min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Durham, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Durham, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Durham, NY

Average UV index in October - Durham, NY
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Durham, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Durham, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in October
Durham, NY

Average visibility in October - Durham, NY
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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