October weather forecast
Damascus, PA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Damascus, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in October, reducing from a pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C) in September to a mild 58.3°F (14.6°C). In Damascus, in October, the average low-temperature is a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 83%.

Rainfall

In Damascus, during October, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Damascus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.5 days and collects up to 19.21" (488mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Damascus. October is the first month it typically snows in Damascus, Pennsylvania. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Damascus, there are 43.6 snowfall days, and 14.69" (373mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Damascus is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October in Damascus, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Damascus, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in October is 5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in October leads to these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Damascus?

The high-temperature, in October, in Damascus, records 58.3°F (14.6°C), while the low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Damascus?

In October, the average relative humidity in Damascus, Pennsylvania, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Damascus in October?

In Damascus, during October, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Damascus?

October is the first month it typically snows in Damascus, Pennsylvania. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Damascus have in October?

In October, the average day length in Damascus, Pennsylvania, is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Damascus?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Damascus?

In Damascus, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in October is 5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Damascus?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Damascus is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Damascus, PA

Average temperature in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in October
Damascus, PA

Average pressure in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Damascus, PA

Average wind speed in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Damascus, PA

Average humidity in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

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Average rainfall in October
Damascus, PA

Average rainfall in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in October
Damascus, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Damascus, PA

Average snowfall in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Damascus, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 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
Damascus, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Damascus, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Damascus, PA

Average UV index in October - Damascus, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Damascus, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in October
Damascus, PA

Average visibility in October - Damascus, PA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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