October weather forecast
Drakesboro, KY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Drakesboro, Kentucky, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.4°F (20.2°C) and 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Temperature

Transition from September to October is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a warm 79.9°F (26.6°C) to a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C). Drakesboro, during the nights of October, experiences an average temperature drop to a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month in Drakesboro.

Rainfall

In Drakesboro, in October, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165 rainfall days, and 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Drakesboro are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Drakesboro, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.1 days and aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October in Drakesboro, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

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 the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Drakesboro?

The high-temperature, in October, in Drakesboro, is 68.4°F (20.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 50.2°F (10.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Drakesboro, during October, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Drakesboro?

The average day length in October is 11h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Drakesboro, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Drakesboro have in October?

In Drakesboro, the average sunshine duration in October is 7h.

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 medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Drakesboro, KY

Average temperature in October - Drakesboro, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Drakesboro, KY

Average pressure in October - Drakesboro, 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
Drakesboro, KY

Average wind speed in October - Drakesboro, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Drakesboro, KY

Average humidity in October - Drakesboro, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Drakesboro, KY

Average rainfall in October - Drakesboro, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in October
Drakesboro, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Drakesboro, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Drakesboro, KY

Average snowfall in October - Drakesboro, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Drakesboro, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Drakesboro, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Drakesboro, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Drakesboro, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Drakesboro, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Drakesboro, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Drakesboro, KY

Average UV index in October - Drakesboro, 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
Drakesboro, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Drakesboro, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Drakesboro, KY

Average visibility in October - Drakesboro, 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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