October weather forecast
Donegal, PA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Donegal, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C) in September to a refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C). An average low-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) is noted during the nights in October in Donegal.

Humidity

In Donegal, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In October, in Donegal, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout October, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 179.1 rainfall days, and 33.43" (849mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Donegal are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Donegal, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.4 days and aggregates up to 34.17" (868mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Donegal, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of October, in Donegal, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Donegal is 5.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in October translates into this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Donegal?

Donegal in October has an average high-temperature of 60.1°F (15.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Donegal?

In Donegal, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

How much does it rain in Donegal in October?

In Donegal, in October, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Donegal?

October is the first month it typically snows in Donegal. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Donegal have in October?

In October, the average day length in Donegal, Pennsylvania, is 11h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Donegal?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Donegal?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Donegal is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Donegal?

The months with the lowest UV index in Donegal, Pennsylvania, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in October in Donegal?

In Donegal, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Donegal, PA

Average temperature in October - Donegal, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.1°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 (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Donegal, PA

Average pressure in October - Donegal, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Donegal, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in October
Donegal, PA

Average humidity in October - Donegal, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and August (78%).

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Average rainfall in October
Donegal, PA

Average rainfall in October - Donegal, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in October
Donegal, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Donegal, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Donegal, PA

Average snowfall in October - Donegal, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Donegal, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Donegal, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 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
Donegal, PA

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

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Donegal, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Donegal, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Donegal, PA

Average UV index in October - Donegal, PA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Donegal, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Donegal, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in October
Donegal, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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