October weather forecast
Southwest, PA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Southwest, Pennsylvania, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 44.8°F (7.1°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

Onset of October comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C). Southwest in October experiences a low-temperature average of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Southwest is 81%.

Rainfall

In Southwest, during October, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 185.4 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Southwest. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Southwest, Pennsylvania, there are 63.2 snowfall days, and 29.02" (737mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Southwest is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Southwest is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Southwest?

In Southwest, in October, the average high-temperature is 61.3°F (16.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.8°F (7.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Southwest?

In Southwest, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

How many days does it rain in October in Southwest?

In October, in Southwest, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout October, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Southwest?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Southwest?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Southwest?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Southwest have in October?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Southwest?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Southwest, Pennsylvania, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Southwest, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

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Average pressure in October
Southwest, PA

Average pressure in October - Southwest, PA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Southwest, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Southwest, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in October
Southwest, PA

Average rainfall in October - Southwest, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in October
Southwest, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Southwest, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Southwest, PA

Average snowfall in October - Southwest, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Southwest, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Southwest, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 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
Southwest, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Southwest, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Southwest, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Southwest, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Southwest, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Southwest, PA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in October
Southwest, PA

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

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

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