October weather forecast
Trenton, NJ

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A full aerial view of Trenton, New Jersey, with the George Washington statue
A full aerial view of Trenton, New Jersey, with the George Washington statue

Weather in October

October brings a noticeable drop in temperatures as Trenton inches closer to winter. The city retreats from the hotter climate, but autumn firmly remains, colored with fall foliage. The rainfall increases to 2.48in, marking the shift towards wetter conditions. The varying weather patterns enhance the city's charm, attracting travelers to its vibrant arts and music scene. Trenton's October displays the quintessential charm of the American fall.

Temperature

With October's arrival, Trenton sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C). Throughout October, the temperature in Trenton, New Jersey, falls to an average low of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Trenton, New Jersey, in October, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Trenton, there are 156.8 rainfall days, and 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Trenton. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Trenton, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.6 days and aggregates up to 8.86" (225mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October in Trenton, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Trenton, New Jersey, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Trenton?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Trenton, is 64.2°F (17.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months in Trenton?

February and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Trenton.

What is the average humidity in October in Trenton?

In Trenton, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October in Trenton?

In Trenton, during October, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Trenton?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Trenton have in October?

The average day length in October in Trenton, New Jersey, is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Trenton?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Trenton, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Trenton?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Trenton?

In Trenton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Trenton, NJ

Average temperature in October - Trenton, NJ
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Trenton, NJ

Average pressure in October - Trenton, NJ
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Trenton, NJ

Average wind speed in October - Trenton, NJ
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in October
Trenton, NJ

Average humidity in October - Trenton, NJ
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Trenton, NJ

Average rainfall in October - Trenton, NJ
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in October
Trenton, NJ

Average rainfall days in October - Trenton, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Trenton, NJ

Average snowfall in October - Trenton, NJ
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Trenton, NJ

Average snowfall days in October - Trenton, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Trenton, NJ

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Trenton, NJ
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Trenton, NJ

Average sunshine days in October - Trenton, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Trenton, NJ

Average UV index in October - Trenton, NJ
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Trenton, NJ

Average cloud cover in October - Trenton, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Trenton, NJ

Average visibility in October - Trenton, NJ
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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