October weather forecast
Benton, KY

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Weather in October

October, like September, is an agreeable autumn month in Benton, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 69.1°F (20.6°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

As October begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 81.5°F (27.5°C) in September to a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C). The temperature dips to an average of 51.1°F (10.6°C) during October nights.

Humidity

The least humid month in Benton is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Benton, Kentucky, in October, during 8.9 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Benton, there are 139.8 rainfall days, and 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Benton is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during October morphs into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Benton?

During October, Benton experiences an average high-temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C) and a low-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Benton?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October in Benton?

In October, the average relative humidity in Benton, Kentucky, is 71%.

How much does it rain in Benton in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout October, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Benton?

In Benton, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Benton in October?

In Benton, Kentucky, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Benton have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Benton?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Benton?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in Benton?

In Benton, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Benton, KY

Average temperature in October - Benton, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 69.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Benton, KY

Average pressure in October - Benton, KY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Benton, KY

Average wind speed in October - Benton, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Benton, KY

Average humidity in October - Benton, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Benton, KY

Average rainfall in October - Benton, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in October
Benton, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Benton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Benton, KY

Average snowfall in October - Benton, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Benton, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Benton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Benton, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Benton, KY
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Benton, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Benton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Benton, KY

Average UV index in October - Benton, KY
  • Average UV index in October: 4

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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Benton, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Benton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Benton, KY

Average visibility in October - Benton, KY
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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