October weather forecastSchenectady, NY
October
Weather in October
October in Schenectady is filled with autumn's full grandeur. The striking transformation of foliage creates a vivid palette of warm colors throughout the city. Temperatures cool further to 58.1°F (14.5°C), bringing in the pleasant weather associated with fall. Pumpkin patches and apple orchards become favorite destinations for both locals and visitors. The month ends with Halloween celebrations, where the crisp weather adds a layer of excitement to the spooktacular festivities in the city.Temperature
The shift from September to October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C) to a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C). Schenectady records an average nighttime low-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) throughout October.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 79%.Rainfall
In Schenectady, during October, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Schenectady, New York, there are 137.4 rainfall days, and 25.75" (654mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Schenectady. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Schenectady, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.5 days and aggregates up to 22.56" (573mm) of snow.Daylight
In Schenectady, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.On the first day of October in Schenectady, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Schenectady, the average sunshine in October is 5.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Schenectady is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Schenectady, NY
- Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 43.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).
Average pressure in October
Schenectady, 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).
Average wind speed in October
Schenectady, NY
- Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Schenectady, NY
- Average humidity in October: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in October
Schenectady, NY
- Average rainfall in October: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.57").
Average rainfall days in October
Schenectady, NY
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Schenectady, NY
- Average snowfall in October: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Schenectady, NY
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Schenectady, NY
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Schenectady, NY
- Average sunshine days in October: 16.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Schenectady, NY
- Average UV index in October: 3
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).
Average cloud cover in October
Schenectady, 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 32).
Average visibility in October
Schenectady, NY
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May and September (5mi).
