October weather forecast
Ghent, NY

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Ghent, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.1°F (14.5°C) and min 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

Ghent experiences a temperature shift at the start of October, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C) in September to a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C). Ghent reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In October, in Ghent, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout October, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ghent, there are 135.1 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ghent are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Ghent. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Ghent, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.9 days and aggregates up to 15.98" (406mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Ghent, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Ghent, New York, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Ghent?

Ghent in October has an average high-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Ghent?

In Ghent, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

How much does it rain in Ghent in October?

In Ghent, in October, during 12.3 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Ghent?

October is the first month it typically snows in Ghent, New York. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ghent have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Ghent?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ghent have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Ghent is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Ghent?

In Ghent, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Ghent, NY

Average temperature in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Ghent, NY

Average pressure in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Ghent, NY

Average wind speed in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Ghent, NY

Average humidity in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in October
Ghent, NY

Average rainfall in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in October
Ghent, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Ghent, NY

Average snowfall in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Ghent, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 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
Ghent, NY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ghent, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Ghent, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Ghent, NY

Average UV index in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Ghent, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Ghent, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in October
Ghent, NY

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

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

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