October weather forecast
Plum, PA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Plum, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and an average low of 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

In Plum, entering October brings a temperature decrement, reducing from September's moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C) to a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). Plum experiences a steady low-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) throughout October.

Humidity

In Plum, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Plum, in October, during 16.1 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Plum, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.5 days and collects up to 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Plum, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.1 days and aggregates up to 25.12" (638mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of October, in Plum, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Plum is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Plum?

In Plum, in October, the average high-temperature is 61.3°F (16.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Plum?

In October, the average relative humidity in Plum is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October in Plum?

In Plum, in October, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Plum?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Plum have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Plum?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in Plum, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Plum have in October?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Plum?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Plum, Pennsylvania, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Plum, PA

Average temperature in October - Plum, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

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Average pressure in October
Plum, PA

Average pressure in October - Plum, 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
Plum, PA

Average wind speed in October - Plum, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Plum, PA

Average humidity in October - Plum, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (76%).

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Average rainfall in October
Plum, PA

Average rainfall in October - Plum, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.15"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in October
Plum, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Plum, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Plum, PA

Average snowfall in October - Plum, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Plum, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Plum, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18 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
Plum, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Plum, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Plum, PA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Plum, PA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Plum, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Plum, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in October
Plum, PA

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

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

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