October weather forecastSouth Salem, NY
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in South Salem, New York, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 61.2°F (16.2°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C).Temperature
The onset of October results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C). An average minimum temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) is recorded during the month of October.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in South Salem are February and October, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In South Salem, during October, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In South Salem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.7 days and collects up to 11.65" (296mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In South Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.5 days and aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow.Daylight
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
In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
South Salem, NY
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
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 36min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
