October weather forecast
Downingtown, PA

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Weather in October

In October, Downingtown experiences the peak of fall with a magnificent display of color in the city's parks. The weather takes a cooler turn, signifying the transition from summer to fall. As the month progresses, the daylight hours decrease, indicating shorter days and longer nights. The charm of autumn reigns supreme as the city prepares for November's significant drop in temperature.

Temperature

The beginning of October in Downingtown, Pennsylvania, marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a warm 75°F (23.9°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.3°F (17.4°C). An average nighttime temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) is witnessed throughout October.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Downingtown are February, May and October, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Downingtown, during October, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.6 rainfall days, and 26.81" (681mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Downingtown, Pennsylvania. October is the first month it typically snows in Downingtown. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Downingtown, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.2 days and aggregates up to 10.47" (266mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Downingtown is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of October, in Downingtown, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Downingtown?

During October, Downingtown experiences an average high-temperature of 63.3°F (17.4°C) and a low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Downingtown?

February, May and October, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Downingtown, Pennsylvania.

What is the average humidity in October in Downingtown?

In Downingtown, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How much does it rain in Downingtown in October?

In October, in Downingtown, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout October, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Downingtown?

October is the first month it typically snows in Downingtown, Pennsylvania. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Downingtown have in October?

The average day length in October in Downingtown, Pennsylvania, is 11h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Downingtown?

On the first day of October in Downingtown, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Downingtown have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Downingtown is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Downingtown?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Downingtown, Pennsylvania, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Downingtown, PA

Average temperature in October - Downingtown, PA
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Downingtown, PA

Average pressure in October - Downingtown, PA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Downingtown, PA

Average wind speed in October - Downingtown, PA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Downingtown, PA

Average humidity in October - Downingtown, PA
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in October
Downingtown, PA

Average rainfall in October - Downingtown, PA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in October
Downingtown, PA

Average rainfall days in October - Downingtown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Downingtown, PA

Average snowfall in October - Downingtown, PA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Downingtown, PA

Average snowfall days in October - Downingtown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Downingtown, PA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Downingtown, PA
  • 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 2min

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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Downingtown, PA

Average sunshine days in October - Downingtown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Downingtown, PA

Average UV index in October - Downingtown, PA
  • 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
Downingtown, PA

Average cloud cover in October - Downingtown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Downingtown, PA

Average visibility in October - Downingtown, PA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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