October weather forecast
Dover, KY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Dover, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 64.9°F (18.3°C) and min 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

October shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from September's moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C) to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). Dover experiences an average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) in the month of October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dover, during October, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.5 rainfall days, and 32.6" (828mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dover are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.5 snowfall days, and 9.41" (239mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dover, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Dover, Kentucky, is 6.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Dover is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Dover in October?

October temperatures in Dover vary between a high-temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C) and a low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month in Dover?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Dover?

In Dover, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in Dover in October?

In Dover, in October, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Dover?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dover have in October?

In Dover, the average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Dover?

On the first day of October in Dover, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Dover?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Dover is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Dover?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Dover is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Dover, KY

Average temperature in October - Dover, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.9°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 (24.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Dover, KY

Average pressure in October - Dover, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Dover, KY

Average wind speed in October - Dover, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Dover, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Dover, KY

Average rainfall in October - Dover, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in October
Dover, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Dover, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dover, KY

Average snowfall in October - Dover, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dover, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Dover, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dover, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Dover, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Dover, KY

Average UV index in October - Dover, KY
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Dover, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Dover, 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 28).

Average visibility in October
Dover, KY

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

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

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