October weather forecastNew Paltz, NY
October
Weather in October
October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in New Paltz, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 60.3°F (15.7°C) and an average low of 44.1°F (6.7°C).Temperature
A shift in New Paltz's weather is observed as September turns into October, with the average high temperature reducing from a warm 73.4°F (23°C) to a mild 60.3°F (15.7°C). During October, New Paltz's temperature averages to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) at night.Humidity
In New Paltz, New York, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.Rainfall
October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) 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 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In New Paltz, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.6 days and aggregates up to 8.58" (218mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in New Paltz is 5.8h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
New Paltz, NY
- Average high temperature in October: 60.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 44.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).
Average pressure in October
New Paltz, 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).
Average wind speed in October
New Paltz, NY
- Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in October
New Paltz, NY
- Average humidity in October: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in October
New Paltz, NY
- Average rainfall in October: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").
Average rainfall days in October
New Paltz, NY
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).
Average snowfall in October
New Paltz, NY
- Average snowfall in October: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
New Paltz, NY
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
New Paltz, NY
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
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 12min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
New Paltz, NY
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).
Average UV index in October
New Paltz, NY
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
New Paltz, NY
- Average cloud cover in October: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in October
New Paltz, NY
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
