October weather forecast
Harrodsburg, KY

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Weather in October

October brings the full onset of autumn to Harrodsburg. It is characterized by shorter days and rapidly cooling temperatures. One of the significant changes in weather parameters is the temperature, which sees a sizeable drop to 66.2°F (19°C) from 78.3°F (25.7°C) in September. The reduction in sunlight hours from 12.4 in September to 11.2 in October is significant, introducing the relatively shorter days of the later months. Meanwhile, in line with autumnal trends, the number of rainfall days increases to 12.7.

Temperature

Transition into October in Harrodsburg marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 78.3°F (25.7°C) in September to a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C). Throughout the month of October, Harrodsburg sees a steady low-temperature average of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Harrodsburg, in October, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Harrodsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.9 days and collects up to 39.02" (991mm) 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 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Harrodsburg, there are 32.3 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Harrodsburg, Kentucky, is 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Harrodsburg is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Harrodsburg?

In Harrodsburg, 66.2°F (19°C) is the average high-temperature and 47.8°F (8.8°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Harrodsburg?

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October in Harrodsburg?

In October, in Harrodsburg, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout October, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Harrodsburg?

October is the first month it typically snows in Harrodsburg. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October in Harrodsburg, Kentucky, is 11h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Harrodsburg?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Harrodsburg, Kentucky, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Harrodsburg?

In Harrodsburg, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Harrodsburg?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Harrodsburg, KY

Average pressure in October - Harrodsburg, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Harrodsburg, KY

Average wind speed in October - Harrodsburg, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Harrodsburg, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Harrodsburg, KY

Average rainfall in October - Harrodsburg, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in October
Harrodsburg, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Harrodsburg, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Harrodsburg, KY

Average snowfall in October - Harrodsburg, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Harrodsburg, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Harrodsburg, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Harrodsburg, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Harrodsburg, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Harrodsburg, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Harrodsburg, KY

Average UV index in October - Harrodsburg, 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
Harrodsburg, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Harrodsburg, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Harrodsburg, KY

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

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

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