October weather forecast
Durham, NY

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Weather in October

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

Temperature

During the transition into October, Durham observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C) in September to a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C). Durham experiences a mean temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) during October nights.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Durham, New York. 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. 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Durham is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Durham in October?

In Durham, in October, the average high-temperature is 56.5°F (13.6°C), and 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 snowing in Durham?

October is the first month it typically snows in Durham, New York. 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 October, the average day length in Durham, New York, is 11h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Durham?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Durham have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Durham?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Durham is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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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 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: 5h and 2min

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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