October weather forecastAltoona, PA
October
Weather in October
In October, Altoona, Pennsylvania fully embraces fall with noticeably cooler temperatures. Despite the dip in temperature, the amount of rainfall heightens. Although the city receives ample sunshine, daylight hours markedly decrease. Wind speeds observe a significant increase, introducing a prominent chill factor. October signifies a return to cooler times with temperature highs at 59.5°F (15.3°C) and lows at a brisk 43.2°F (6.2°C).Temperature
The beginning of October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C) in September to a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C). Altoona, in the month of October, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 81%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout October, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Altoona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165 days and collects up to 25.31" (643mm) 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 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 20.59" (523mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Altoona, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.2h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 2 during October leads to these advisories:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Altoona, PA
- Average high temperature in October: 59.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 43.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).
Average pressure in October
Altoona, PA
- Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Altoona, PA
- Average wind speed in October: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in October
Altoona, PA
- Average humidity in October: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (77%).
Average rainfall in October
Altoona, PA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.57").
Average rainfall days in October
Altoona, PA
- Average rainfall days in October: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Altoona, PA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Altoona, PA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Altoona, PA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Altoona, PA
- Average sunshine days in October: 14.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Altoona, PA
- Average UV index in October: 2
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
Altoona, PA
- Average cloud cover in October: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in October
Altoona, PA
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
