October weather forecast
Niagara Falls, NY

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The glorious Niagara Falls in New York
The glorious Niagara Falls in New York

Weather in October

October amplifies the canvas of fall colors across the city. The temperatures continue to slide, bridging the gap between the crisp autumn air and the impending winter chill. The month ushers in the possibility of the first frost, particularly in the early mornings, as temperatures fall between the limits of a high of 60.2°F (15.7°C) and a comforting low of 40.2°F (4.6°C). Also, daylight hours shorten noticeably as winter starts to get a grip.

Temperature

October shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from September's pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C) to a mild 60.3°F (15.7°C). Niagara Falls experiences an average low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) in month of October.

Rainfall

In Niagara Falls, in October, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Niagara Falls, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 34.96" (888mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Niagara Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.8 days and aggregates up to 76.1" (1933mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Niagara Falls, the average sunshine in October is 5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Niagara Falls, is 60.3°F (15.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C).

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout October, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Niagara Falls have in October?

In Niagara Falls, the average day length in October is 11h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Niagara Falls have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Niagara Falls is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in October
Niagara Falls, NY

Average temperature in October - Niagara Falls, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average rainfall in October
Niagara Falls, NY

Average rainfall in October - Niagara Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.9"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are September and November (3.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").

Average rainfall days in October
Niagara Falls, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Niagara Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Niagara Falls, NY

Average snowfall in October - Niagara Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (23.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Niagara Falls, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Niagara Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Niagara Falls, NY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Niagara Falls, NY
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h).

Average UV index in October
Niagara Falls, NY

Average UV index in October - Niagara Falls, NY
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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