October weather forecast
Clay City, KY

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Clay City, Kentucky, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.3°F (8.5°C) and max 66.4°F (19.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of October brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C) in September to a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C). Clay City's temperature lowers to a mean of 47.3°F (8.5°C) during the nights in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Clay City, during October, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.3 rainfall days, and 34.33" (872mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.8 snowfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Clay City is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in Clay City, records 66.4°F (19.1°C), while the low-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Clay City, in October, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:37 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Clay City, KY

Average temperature in October - Clay City, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Clay City, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Clay City, KY

Average wind speed in October - Clay City, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Clay City, KY

Average humidity in October - Clay City, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Clay City, KY

Average rainfall in October - Clay City, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in October
Clay City, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Clay City, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Clay City, KY

Average snowfall in October - Clay City, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Clay City, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Clay City, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Clay City, KY

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

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Clay City, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Clay City, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Clay City, KY

Average UV index in October - Clay City, KY
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Clay City, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Clay City, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Clay City, KY

Average visibility in October - Clay City, KY
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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