October weather forecast
Corbin, KY

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High rock cliffs and dense tree cover around the scenic waterfall in Cumberland Falls State Park in Corbin, Kentucky
High rock cliffs and dense tree cover around the scenic waterfall in Cumberland Falls State Park in Corbin, Kentucky

Weather in October

In October, Corbin smoothly transitions into the autumn season. The temperature sees a drop to 47.3°F (8.5°C), making way for crisper afternoons and cooler evenings. As the temperatures dip, rainfall increases to 2.87" (73mm), indicating the start of a more wet season than the dry summer days. A shift from the extended summer daylight hours starts to become noticeable. It is also the period when wind speeds start to climb again, reaching an average of 5.4mph (8.7km/h) during the month.

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in October in Corbin, reducing from a warm 79.2°F (26.2°C) in September to a comfortable 67.3°F (19.6°C). During October, Corbin experiences an average low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) at night.

Humidity

June, August through November, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Corbin, in October, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175.7 rainfall days, and 39.53" (1004mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Corbin, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.6 days and aggregates up to 14.76" (375mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Corbin, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Corbin, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

In Corbin, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Corbin in October?

During October, Corbin experiences an average high-temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C) and a low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are June, August through November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in October in Corbin?

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Corbin, in October, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Corbin have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:39 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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Corbin, KY

Average temperature in October - Corbin, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Corbin, KY

Average pressure in October - Corbin, KY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Corbin, KY

Average wind speed in October - Corbin, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Corbin, KY

Average humidity in October - Corbin, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Corbin, KY

Average rainfall in October - Corbin, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in October
Corbin, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Corbin, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Corbin, KY

Average snowfall in October - Corbin, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Corbin, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Corbin, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Corbin, 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: 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Corbin, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Corbin, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Corbin, KY

Average UV index in October - Corbin, 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
Corbin, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Corbin, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Corbin, KY

Average visibility in October - Corbin, 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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