October weather forecast
Drum, KY

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Drum, Kentucky, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Temperature

With October's arrival, Drum sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a warm 79.5°F (26.4°C) in September to a comfortable 67.3°F (19.6°C). In Drum, the expected average low-temperature for October is a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Drum, during October, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In Drum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.1 days and collects up to 38.31" (973mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Drum, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.4 days and aggregates up to 12.32" (313mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Drum, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 6:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature during October is 67.3°F (19.6°C) and the low-temperature is 47.5°F (8.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

In Drum, in October, it is raining for 13.1 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 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

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

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 7:33 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 6:41 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Drum have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Drum?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Drum, KY

Average temperature in October - Drum, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.3°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 (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Drum, KY

Average pressure in October - Drum, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Drum, KY

Average wind speed in October - Drum, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Drum, KY

Average humidity in October - Drum, 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
Drum, KY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in October
Drum, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Drum, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Drum, KY

Average snowfall in October - Drum, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Drum, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Drum, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Drum, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Drum, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Drum, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Drum, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Drum, KY

Average UV index in October - Drum, 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
Drum, KY

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

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 31).

Average visibility in October
Drum, KY

Average visibility in October - Drum, 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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