Amherst weather in October (New York State, United States of America)
How's the weather trend in Amherst as October approaches? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.
Temperatures
The month of October in Amherst typically includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 16°C, cooling down at night to around 7°C.
Precipitation
Amherst in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 133 mm for the month. This month is known for heavy rainfall, so don't forget your umbrella to stay dry. Historically, the month has about 16 days of rain.Average sunshine
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 158 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.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 Temperature
7°C
Max Temperature
16°C
Chance of Rain
53%
Precipitation
133 mm
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
73% *
Sunshine
158 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
47% *
Where to go in the United States of America in October
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in this month?
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.
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