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United StatesThe weather in October in Philadelphia
It's pleasantly warm in October in Philadelphia with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 25°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 15°C.
Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in Philadelphia. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2019, Philadelphia reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 0°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 112 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in October for Philadelphia
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Philadelphia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Philadelphia | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 20°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 25°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 7°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 112 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 13 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Philadelphia with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 14°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps stay steady at around 22°C, with nights around 12°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Philadelphia is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 3 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Philadelphia
Temperature in October in Philadelphia over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in October in Philadelphia
Total precipitation in October in Philadelphia over the years
Daily UV index in October in Philadelphia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Philadelphia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Philadelphia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Philadelphia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.