October weather forecast
Sterling, PA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in 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

The start of October signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C) in September to a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) is noted during the month of October.

Humidity

In Sterling, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. 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 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Sterling?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sterling, Pennsylvania, are 58.1°F (14.5°C) and 43°F (6.1°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Sterling?

In Sterling, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

How many days does it rain in October in Sterling?

In Sterling, Pennsylvania, in October, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Sterling?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sterling have in October?

The average day length in October in Sterling is 11h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Sterling?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 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 many hours of sunshine does Sterling have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Sterling, Pennsylvania, is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Sterling?

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

Average temperature in October - 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
Sterling, PA

Average pressure in October - 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
Sterling, PA

Average wind speed in October - 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
Sterling, PA

Average humidity in October - 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
Sterling, PA

Average rainfall in October - 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
Sterling, PA

Average rainfall days in October - 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
Sterling, PA

Average snowfall in October - 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
Sterling, PA

Average snowfall days in October - 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
Sterling, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - 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 12min).

  • 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
Sterling, PA

Average sunshine days in October - 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
Sterling, PA

Average UV index in October - 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
Sterling, PA

Average cloud cover in October - 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
Sterling, PA

Average visibility in October - 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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