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Poughkeepsie Weather in October

During October, Poughkeepsie experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 18°C (64°F) and cooler nights around 6°C (43°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 114 mm (4.5 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Poughkeepsie in October

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 12 days of rain, with 114 mm (4.5 in) average for the month. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Poughkeepsie in October

In October, expect moderate temperatures in Poughkeepsie, with highs of 18°C (64°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F) at night. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. At 6°C (43°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May typically offers the best circumstances for Poughkeepsie.

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Poughkeepsie Temperature in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C (64°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 114 mm (4.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 69% *  
* Data from: Catskill Mountains, the United States of America (66 KM, 41 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in October

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Poughkeepsie in October

Pleasant temperatures in October mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes.

What To Do in Poughkeepsie in October

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

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

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