October weather forecastYork, PA
October
Weather in October
York's weather in October fully embraces the autumn spirit, with cooler temperatures and a notable increase in rainfall. The city’s verdant cover transforms to shades of amber and rust, punctuated by October's crisp breezes. Average high temperatures moderate to 63.1°F (17.3°C), while increased cloud cover and reduced sunshine hours add to the climate's overall cooling trend. October's conditions truly celebrate autumndal change, setting a distinctive tone in York's climate. With the month's end comes the arrival of November, ushering in colder days and the whispers of winter's return.Temperature
As October arrives, York's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from September's moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C) to a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C). During the nights in October, an average low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) is observed.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February, May and October, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In York, during October, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. In York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.1 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20.6 snowfall days, and 7.64" (194mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In York, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
York, PA
- Average high temperature in October: 63.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 46.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).
Average pressure in October
York, PA
- Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
York, PA
- Average wind speed in October: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in October
York, PA
- Average humidity in October: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).
Average rainfall in October
York, PA
- Average rainfall in October: 1.69"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").
Average rainfall days in October
York, PA
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).
Average snowfall in October
York, PA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
York, PA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
York, PA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
York, PA
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).
Average UV index in October
York, PA
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
York, PA
- Average cloud cover in October: 41
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in October
York, PA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
