October weather forecast
Kingston, Canada

October

Weather in October

October in Kingston is synonymous with vivid fall foliage and milder temperatures. The city witnesses a distinct change in its color palate as leaves turn to shades of orange and brown. Compared to September, average high temperatures see a considerable drop, averaging at 13°C (55.4°F). With the arrival of November, the first hints of the fast-approaching winter start becoming more evident.

Temperature

Kingston's October weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from September's agreeable 20.2°C (68.4°F) to a mild 13°C (55.4°F). A minimal decline in temperature from daytime highs is anticipated throughout the October nights, averaging a frosty 8.2°C (46.8°F).

Humidity

In Kingston, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall in Kingston. Rain falls for 17.2 days and accumulates 92mm (3.62") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kingston are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Kingston. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, in Kingston, Canada, there are 67.5 snowfall days, and 649mm (25.55") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Kingston, the average seawater temperature in October is 13.8°C (56.8°F).
Note: Swimming in 13.8°C (56.8°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Kingston is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of October, in Kingston, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Kingston, the average sunshine in October is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Kingston, Canada, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Kingston in October?
Kingston in October has an average high-temperature of 13°C (55.4°F) and an average low-temperature of 8.2°C (46.8°F).
What is the average humidity in October in Kingston?
The average relative humidity in October in Kingston, Canada, is 77%.
What is the rainiest month in Kingston?
The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 17.2 days and typically aggregates up to 92mm (3.62") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in October in Kingston?
In October, in Kingston, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout October, 92mm (3.62") of precipitation is accumulated.
When does it start to snow in Kingston?
October is the first month it typically snows in Kingston. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of snow.
What is the sea water temperature in October in Kingston?
In October, the average sea temperature in Kingston is 13.8°C (56.8°F). Swimming in 13.8°C (56.8°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
How many hours of daylight does Kingston have in October?
In Kingston, Canada, the average day length in October is 10h and 59min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Kingston?
On the first day of October in Kingston, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EDT.
How long on average sun shines in October in Kingston?
In Kingston, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.7h.
How high is the UV index in October in Kingston?
In Kingston, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October - Kingston, Canada
Average temperature in October
Kingston, Canada
  • Average high temperature in October: 13°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 8.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.4°C).

Average pressure in October - Kingston, Canada
Average pressure in October
Kingston, Canada
  • Average pressure in October: 1015.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.8mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Kingston, Canada
Average wind speed in October
Kingston, Canada
  • Average wind speed in October: 18.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.7km/h).

Average humidity in October - Kingston, Canada
Average humidity in October
Kingston, Canada
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August, September and November (76%).

Average rainfall in October - Kingston, Canada
Average rainfall in October
Kingston, Canada
  • Average rainfall in October: 92mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (92mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (53mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Kingston, Canada
Average rainfall days in October
Kingston, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in October: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in October - Kingston, Canada
Average snowfall in October
Kingston, Canada
  • Average snowfall in October: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (164mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October - Kingston, Canada
Average snowfall days in October
Kingston, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October - Kingston, Canada
Average sea temperature in October
Kingston, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in October: 13.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (2°C).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Kingston, Canada
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Kingston, Canada
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October - Kingston, Canada
Average sunshine days in October
Kingston, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.9 days).

Average UV index in October - Kingston, Canada
Average UV index in October
Kingston, Canada
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October - Kingston, Canada
Average cloud cover in October
Kingston, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in October: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October - Kingston, Canada
Average visibility in October
Kingston, Canada
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

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

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