October weather forecast
South Sterling, PA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in South Sterling, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.1°F (14.5°C) and an average low of 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

Transition from September to October is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C) to a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C). An average low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) is recorded in the month of October in South Sterling, Pennsylvania.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in South Sterling is 83%.

Rainfall

In South Sterling, in October, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in South Sterling, there are 154.8 rainfall days, and 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall 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 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In South Sterling, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.1 days and aggregates up to 38.86" (987mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October in South Sterling, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In South Sterling, the average sunshine in October is 5.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in South Sterling is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in South Sterling?

The high-temperature, in October, in South Sterling, records 58.1°F (14.5°C), while the low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in South Sterling?

The average relative humidity in October in South Sterling, Pennsylvania, is 83%.

How much does it rain in South Sterling in October?

In October, in South Sterling, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout October, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in South Sterling?

October is the first month it typically snows in South Sterling. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in South Sterling?

In South Sterling, Pennsylvania, the average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in South Sterling?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in South Sterling?

In South Sterling, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in South Sterling?

In South Sterling, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
South Sterling, PA

Average temperature in October - South Sterling, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in October
South Sterling, PA

Average pressure in October - South Sterling, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
South Sterling, PA

Average wind speed in October - South Sterling, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in October
South Sterling, PA

Average humidity in October - South Sterling, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

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Average rainfall in October
South Sterling, PA

Average rainfall in October - South Sterling, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in October
South Sterling, PA

Average rainfall days in October - South Sterling, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in October
South Sterling, PA

Average snowfall in October - South Sterling, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
South Sterling, PA

Average snowfall days in October - South Sterling, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 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
South Sterling, PA

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
South Sterling, PA

Average sunshine days in October - South Sterling, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
South Sterling, PA

Average UV index in October - South Sterling, PA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
South Sterling, PA

Average cloud cover in October - South Sterling, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in October
South Sterling, PA

Average visibility in October - South Sterling, 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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