Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
During the transition into October, Hershey observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a comfortable 61.9°F (16.6°C). Hershey witnesses an average low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) throughout the month of October.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 80%.Rainfall
In Hershey, during October, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In Hershey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.3 days and collects up to 30.71" (780mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Hershey. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.8 snowfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Hershey, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Hershey, the average sunshine in October is 5.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Frequently asked questions
What are October temperatures in Hershey?
What is the average humidity in October in Hershey?
How many days does it rain in October in Hershey?
When does it start to snow in Hershey?
What is the average length of the day in October in Hershey?
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Hershey?
How long on average sun shines in October in Hershey?
How high is the UV index in October in Hershey?
Average temperature in October
Hershey, PA
- Average high temperature in October: 61.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 45.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).
Average pressure in October
Hershey, PA
- Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Hershey, PA
- Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Hershey, PA
- Average humidity in October: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).
Average rainfall in October
Hershey, PA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in October
Hershey, PA
- Average rainfall days in October: 13.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Hershey, PA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Hershey, PA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Hershey, 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 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Hershey, PA
- Average sunshine days in October: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).
Average UV index in October
Hershey, PA
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Hershey, PA
- Average cloud cover in October: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in October
Hershey, PA
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, September and October (5mi).
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