October weather forecast
Niagara Falls, Canada

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Niagara Falls, Canada, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.6°C (58.3°F) and 9.1°C (48.4°F).

Temperature

The commencement of October involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a pleasant 21.6°C (70.9°F) in September to a moderate 14.6°C (58.3°F). The average low-temperature, in October, is a chilly 9.1°C (48.4°F).

Humidity

In Niagara Falls, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In October, in Niagara Falls, Canada, the rain falls for 17.5 days. Throughout October, 74mm (2.91") of precipitation is accumulated. In Niagara Falls, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.3 days and collects up to 770mm (30.31") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Niagara Falls are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Niagara Falls. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, in Niagara Falls, there are 65.6 snowfall days, and 574mm (22.6") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Niagara Falls, in October, the average water temperature is 14.8°C (58.6°F).
Note: Diving into 14.8°C (58.6°F) is practical below 10°C (50°F), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 13°C (55.4°F) feels ice-cold.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Niagara Falls is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Niagara Falls is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Niagara Falls?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Niagara Falls during October are 14.6°C (58.3°F) and 9.1°C (48.4°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in October in Niagara Falls?
In Niagara Falls, Canada, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.
How much does it rain in Niagara Falls in October?
In Niagara Falls, Canada, during October, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 74mm (2.91") of precipitation.
When does it start to snow in Niagara Falls?
October is the first month it typically snows in Niagara Falls, Canada. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of snow.
How cold is the water in October in Niagara Falls?
In Niagara Falls, in October, the average water temperature is 14.8°C (58.6°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
How many hours of daylight does Niagara Falls have in October?
In October, the average day length in Niagara Falls, Canada, is 11h and 1min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Niagara Falls?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.
How many hours of sunshine does Niagara Falls have in October?
In October, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.
What is the UV index intensity in October in Niagara Falls?
In Niagara Falls, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October - Niagara Falls, Canada
Average temperature in October
Niagara Falls, Canada
  • Average high temperature in October: 14.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (25.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 9.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-6.4°C).

Average pressure in October - Niagara Falls, Canada
Average pressure in October
Niagara Falls, Canada
  • Average pressure in October: 1015.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1018.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.3mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Niagara Falls, Canada
Average wind speed in October
Niagara Falls, Canada
  • Average wind speed in October: 16.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.5km/h).

Average humidity in October - Niagara Falls, Canada
Average humidity in October
Niagara Falls, Canada
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (74%).

Average rainfall in October - Niagara Falls, Canada
Average rainfall in October
Niagara Falls, Canada
  • Average rainfall in October: 74mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (79mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (47mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Niagara Falls, Canada
Average rainfall days in October
Niagara Falls, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in October - Niagara Falls, Canada
Average snowfall in October
Niagara Falls, Canada
  • Average snowfall in October: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (181mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October - Niagara Falls, Canada
Average snowfall days in October
Niagara Falls, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October - Niagara Falls, Canada
Average sea temperature in October
Niagara Falls, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in October: 14.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (1.7°C).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Niagara Falls, Canada
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Niagara Falls, Canada
  • 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October - Niagara Falls, Canada
Average sunshine days in October
Niagara Falls, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in October: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October - Niagara Falls, Canada
Average cloud cover in October
Niagara Falls, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in October: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October - Niagara Falls, Canada
Average visibility in October
Niagara Falls, Canada
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (8km).

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