October weather forecast
Flatwoods, KY

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Weather in October

October brings more pronounced fall conditions to Flatwoods, with average maximum temperatures decreasing to 66.2°F (19°C). October sees shorter days and longer nights, a hallmark feature of the fall season. The rainfall reduces notably, ushering in a much drier atmosphere. The cool temperature and decrease in rainfall make in October the quintessential fall month in Flatwoods.

Temperature

Start of October brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's warm 79.3°F (26.3°C) to an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 47.3°F (8.5°C) during October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Flatwoods, in October, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Flatwoods. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.7 snowfall days, and 7.56" (192mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 66.2°F (19°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Flatwoods, in October, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Flatwoods have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Flatwoods?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°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 (25.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Flatwoods, KY

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Flatwoods, KY

Average wind speed in October - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Flatwoods, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Flatwoods, KY

Average rainfall in October - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in October
Flatwoods, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Flatwoods, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Flatwoods, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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
Flatwoods, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Flatwoods, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Flatwoods, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Flatwoods, KY

Average UV index in October - Flatwoods, 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
Flatwoods, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Flatwoods, KY

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

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

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