Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
The onset of October comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C) in September to a mild 59°F (15°C). During October nights, Wilkes-Barre records an average temperature of 42.8°F (6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 82%.Rainfall
In Wilkes-Barre, in October, during 12.2 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.7 rainfall days, and 13.19" (335mm) 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 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Wilkes-Barre, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.9 days and aggregates up to 9.92" (252mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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When are sunrise and sunset in October in Wilkes-Barre?
How long on average sun shines in October?
How high is the UV index in October in Wilkes-Barre?
Average temperature in October
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average high temperature in October: 59°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 (30.6°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 42.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).
Average pressure in October
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average humidity in October: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).
Average rainfall in October
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average rainfall in October: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").
Average rainfall days in October
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Wilkes-Barre, 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 18min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in October
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average sunshine days in October: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Wilkes-Barre, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average cloud cover in October: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in October
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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