October weather forecast
Fords Branch, KY

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Fords Branch, Kentucky, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.1°F (8.4°C) and max 66.9°F (19.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of October results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C) in September to a comfortable 66.9°F (19.4°C). An average temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) is recorded during the nights in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Fords Branch, during October, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) 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 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Fords Branch, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 15.24" (387mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Fords Branch, records 66.9°F (19.4°C), while the low-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Fords Branch, in October, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) 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 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fords Branch have in October?

In Fords Branch, the average day length in October is 11h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Fords Branch?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fords Branch have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Fords Branch, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Fords Branch, KY

Average temperature in October - Fords Branch, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.9°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 (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in October
Fords Branch, KY

Average pressure in October - Fords Branch, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Fords Branch, KY

Average wind speed in October - Fords Branch, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Fords Branch, KY

Average humidity in October - Fords Branch, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Fords Branch, KY

Average rainfall in October - Fords Branch, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in October
Fords Branch, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Fords Branch, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Fords Branch, KY

Average snowfall in October - Fords Branch, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Fords Branch, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Fords Branch, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Fords Branch, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fords Branch, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Fords Branch, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Fords Branch, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Fords Branch, KY

Average UV index in October - Fords Branch, KY
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Fords Branch, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Fords Branch, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Fords Branch, KY

Average visibility in October - Fords Branch, KY
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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