October weather - Autumn 2024

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

The colorful houses, clear roads, and colored brown and golden trees in Poughkeepsie, New York

Weather in October

October is entrenched in the fall with temperatures declining further in Poughkeepsie. It's the season when colorful autumn foliage peaks, rendering picturesque viewscapes around the city. This month marks a significant contrast to the summer's heat, inviting crisp air and cooler days. The departure from September is marked with an appreciable dip in temperature, with highs of 61.2°F (16.2°C) and the lows settling at 45°F (7.2°C). The weather also initiates sporadic snowfalls, with a slim chance of accumulation.

Temperature

October's arrival in Poughkeepsie comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C) in September to a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C). Poughkeepsie experiences an average low-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) in month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Poughkeepsie. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Poughkeepsie, there are 35.9 snowfall days, and 16.57" (421mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Poughkeepsie, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Poughkeepsie is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During October, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Poughkeepsie?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Poughkeepsie during October are 61.2°F (16.2°C) and 45°F (7.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Poughkeepsie?

In Poughkeepsie, New York, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in Poughkeepsie?

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Poughkeepsie in October?

In Poughkeepsie, New York, in October, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Poughkeepsie?

October is the first month it typically snows in Poughkeepsie. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Poughkeepsie have in October?

In October, the average day length in Poughkeepsie is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Poughkeepsie?

On the first day of October in Poughkeepsie, New York, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Poughkeepsie?

In Poughkeepsie, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October in Poughkeepsie?

In Poughkeepsie, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

73.9°F 23.3°C

61.2°F 16.2°C

48.2°F 9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.1mph 8.2km/h

6.3mph 10.1km/h

6.6mph 10.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.9

17.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average high temperature in October: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average humidity in October: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average rainfall in October: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in October
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average rainfall days in October: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average sunshine days in October: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Poughkeepsie, NY

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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average cloud cover in October: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in October
Poughkeepsie, NY

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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October weather forecast
Poughkeepsie, NY

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