October weather forecast
Petersburg, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Petersburg, Pennsylvania, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.7°F (6.5°C) and max 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Temperature

Onset of October comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C) in September to a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C). Petersburg records an average nighttime low of 43.7°F (6.5°C) in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Petersburg, during October, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.2 rainfall days, and 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Petersburg. October is the first month it typically snows in Petersburg. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Petersburg, there are 50 snowfall days, and 16.77" (426mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Petersburg, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Petersburg, the average sunshine in October is 5.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, 60.6°F (15.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 43.7°F (6.5°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Petersburg?

The average relative humidity in October in Petersburg, Pennsylvania, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in October in Petersburg?

In October, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout October, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Petersburg?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Petersburg have in October?

In October, the average day length in Petersburg is 11h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Petersburg?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Petersburg?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Petersburg is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Petersburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Petersburg is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Petersburg, PA

Average temperature in October - Petersburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.7°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 (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Petersburg, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Petersburg, PA

Average wind speed in October - Petersburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Petersburg, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

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Average rainfall in October
Petersburg, PA

Average rainfall in October - Petersburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in October
Petersburg, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Petersburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Petersburg, PA

Average snowfall in October - Petersburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Petersburg, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Petersburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 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
Petersburg, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Petersburg, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Petersburg, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Petersburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Petersburg, PA

Average UV index in October - Petersburg, PA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Petersburg, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Petersburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in October
Petersburg, PA

Average visibility in October - Petersburg, 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).

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