October weather forecast
Columbia, KY

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Columbia, Kentucky, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.7°F (9.3°C) and max 67.1°F (19.5°C).

Temperature

The move into October indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's warm 79°F (26.1°C) to a comfortable 67.1°F (19.5°C). During the month of October, an average low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) is recorded.

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Columbia, in October, during 12.9 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174.3 rainfall days, and 38.27" (972mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Columbia. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 25.3 snowfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.1h.

UV index

In Columbia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In Columbia, 67.1°F (19.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 48.7°F (9.3°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 75%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Columbia, in October, during 12.9 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Columbia have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Columbia have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Columbia, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Columbia, KY

Average temperature in October - Columbia, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Columbia, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Columbia, KY

Average wind speed in October - Columbia, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Columbia, KY

Average humidity in October - Columbia, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

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

Average rainfall in October
Columbia, KY

Average rainfall in October - Columbia, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.36").

Average rainfall days in October
Columbia, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Columbia, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Columbia, KY

Average snowfall in October - Columbia, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Columbia, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Columbia, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Columbia, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Columbia, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Columbia, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Columbia, KY

Average UV index in October - Columbia, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Columbia, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Columbia, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Columbia, KY

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

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

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