October weather forecast
Paterson, NJ

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Weather in October

October continues the autumn season with a soothing and enjoyable climate in Paterson. Distinct from September's residual summer warmth, October cools down further, paving the way for November's cold. The atmosphere turns crisper, affording vibrant fall colors, an ideal setting for nature enthusiasts. The recorded temperature fluctuations for the month are from 49.1°F (9.5°C) to 62.8°F (17.1°C), underscoring the transition from fall towards winter.

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from September's warm 75.2°F (24°C) to a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C). In October, Paterson experiences an average nighttime temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Paterson, in October, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.7 rainfall days, and 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Paterson are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Paterson, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.9 days and aggregates up to 10.04" (255mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of October, in Paterson, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Paterson, is 62.8°F (17.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Paterson, during October, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Paterson have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Paterson, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Paterson, NJ

Average temperature in October - Paterson, NJ
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Paterson, NJ

Average pressure in October - Paterson, NJ
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Paterson, NJ

Average wind speed in October - Paterson, NJ
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Paterson, NJ

Average humidity in October - Paterson, NJ
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Paterson, NJ

Average rainfall in October - Paterson, NJ
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in October
Paterson, NJ

Average rainfall days in October - Paterson, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Paterson, NJ

Average snowfall in October - Paterson, NJ
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Paterson, NJ

Average snowfall days in October - Paterson, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Paterson, NJ

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Paterson, NJ
  • 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Paterson, NJ

Average sunshine days in October - Paterson, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Paterson, NJ

Average UV index in October - Paterson, NJ
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Paterson, NJ

Average cloud cover in October - Paterson, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Paterson, NJ

Average visibility in October - Paterson, NJ
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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