October weather forecast
Merrick, NY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Merrick, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.6°F (17°C) and 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Temperature

The start of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from an agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C) in September to a comfortable 62.6°F (17°C). Merrick's nocturnal October readings average at a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Merrick, during October, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. In Merrick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.2 days and collects up to 37.17" (944mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Merrick, there are 15.3 snowfall days, and 5.04" (128mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Merrick, New York, is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Merrick, New York, is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in October translates into these instructions:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Merrick?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Merrick, New York, are 62.6°F (17°C) and 55.2°F (12.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October in Merrick?

In Merrick, New York, the average relative humidity in October is 74%.

How many days does it rain in October in Merrick?

In Merrick, New York, during October, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Merrick?

October is the first month it typically snows in Merrick. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Merrick have in October?

The average day length in October in Merrick is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Merrick?

On the first day of October in Merrick, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Merrick?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Merrick?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Merrick, NY

Average temperature in October - Merrick, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Merrick, NY

Average pressure in October - Merrick, NY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"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
Merrick, NY

Average wind speed in October - Merrick, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 12.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.9mph).

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Average humidity in October
Merrick, NY

Average humidity in October - Merrick, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Merrick, NY

Average rainfall in October - Merrick, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in October
Merrick, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Merrick, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Merrick, NY

Average snowfall in October - Merrick, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Merrick, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Merrick, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Merrick, NY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Merrick, NY
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Merrick, NY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Merrick, NY

Average UV index in October - Merrick, NY
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Merrick, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Merrick, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in October
Merrick, NY

Average visibility in October - Merrick, NY
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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