October weather forecast and climate
West Seneca, NY

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in West Seneca, New York, with average temperature ranging between min 45.5°F (7.5°C) and max 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

In West Seneca, the average high-temperature in October drops, from a pleasant 71.1°F (21.7°C) in September, to a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C). The average low-temperature, in West Seneca, is 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

In West Seneca, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In West Seneca, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Seneca, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in West Seneca. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in West Seneca, New York, there are 81.7 snowfall days, and 31.73" (806mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In October, the average ocean temperature in West Seneca is 59.5°F (15.3°C).
Note: For swimming, a surface water temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in West Seneca is 11h.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in West Seneca is 4.5h.

UV index

In West Seneca, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to the UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translate into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.