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
As September transitions into October, Scranton sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C) to a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C). Scranton sees an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) during October.Humidity
In Scranton, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.Rainfall
In Scranton, in October, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Scranton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.9 days and collects up to 22.28" (566mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Scranton. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Scranton, there are 48.4 snowfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of October, in Scranton, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Scranton is 5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Scranton in October?
What is the average humidity in October in Scranton?
How many days does it rain in October in Scranton?
When does it start snowing in Scranton?
What is the average length of the day in October in Scranton?
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Scranton?
How many hours of sunshine does Scranton have in October?
How high is the UV index in October in Scranton?
Average temperature in October
Scranton, PA
- Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 42.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).
Average pressure in October
Scranton, 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Scranton, PA
- Average wind speed in October: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Scranton, PA
- Average humidity in October: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).
Average rainfall in October
Scranton, PA
- Average rainfall in October: 1.89"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (2.4").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.38").
Average rainfall days in October
Scranton, PA
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Scranton, PA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.47"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Scranton, PA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Scranton, PA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Scranton, PA
- Average sunshine days in October: 16 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in October
Scranton, PA
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Scranton, PA
- Average cloud cover in October: 52
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in October
Scranton, 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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