October weather forecast
South Salem, NY

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Weather in October

October, like September, in South Salem, New York, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.3°F (8.5°C) and max 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Temperature

October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from September's pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) to an enjoyable 61.2°F (16.2°C). In South Salem, the October nights cool down to an average low of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and October, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In South Salem, in October, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.7 rainfall days, and 11.65" (296mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in South Salem. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20.5 snowfall days, and 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In South Salem, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
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 7:25 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in South Salem is 5.6h.

UV index

In South Salem, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in South Salem?

During October, South Salem experiences an average high-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C) and a low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in South Salem?

The months with the highest humidity in South Salem, New York, are February and October, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in October in South Salem?

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October in South Salem?

In South Salem, in October, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in South Salem?

October is the first month it typically snows in South Salem, New York. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does South Salem have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in South Salem?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does South Salem have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in South Salem, New York, is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in South Salem?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in South Salem is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
South Salem, NY

Average temperature in October - South Salem, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
South Salem, NY

Average pressure in October - South Salem, NY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
South Salem, NY

Average wind speed in October - South Salem, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

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 (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
South Salem, NY

Average humidity in October - South Salem, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
South Salem, NY

Average rainfall in October - South Salem, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in October
South Salem, NY

Average rainfall days in October - South Salem, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
South Salem, NY

Average snowfall in October - South Salem, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
South Salem, NY

Average snowfall days in October - South Salem, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 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
South Salem, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
South Salem, NY

Average sunshine days in October - South Salem, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
South Salem, NY

Average UV index in October - South Salem, NY
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
South Salem, NY

Average cloud cover in October - South Salem, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in October
South Salem, NY

Average visibility in October - South Salem, NY
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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