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Amherst weather in October (New York State, United States of America)

How is the weather in Amherst in October? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In October, Amherst generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 16°C, while nights can cool down to about 7°C.

Amherst in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 133 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of rain are anticipated.

The area enjoys a balanced 158 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures May, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Amherst climate page with graphs.

 

Amherst, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 133 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
SunshineSunshine 158 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 47% *  
* Data from: Buffalo, the United States of America (12 KM, 7 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in October

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Amherst in October?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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