October weather forecast
Hecla, KY

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Hecla, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 68.2°F (20.1°C) and min 50°F (10°C).

Temperature

In Hecla, the beginning of October is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from September's warm 80.1°F (26.7°C) to an agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C). October's nights in Hecla, Kentucky, observe an average temperature of 50°F (10°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Hecla, in October, during 9 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hecla, there are 145.5 rainfall days, and 21.85" (555mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Hecla, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Hecla, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October in Hecla, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Hecla, the average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Hecla is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hecla in October?

In Hecla, 68.2°F (20.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 50°F (10°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the least humid month in Hecla?

The least humid month in Hecla is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October in Hecla?

In Hecla, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October in Hecla?

In Hecla, in October, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Hecla?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Hecla in October?

In Hecla, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Hecla?

On the first day of October in Hecla, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Hecla?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Hecla?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Hecla, KY

Average temperature in October - Hecla, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Hecla, KY

Average pressure in October - Hecla, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Hecla, KY

Average wind speed in October - Hecla, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Hecla, KY

Average humidity in October - Hecla, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Hecla, KY

Average rainfall in October - Hecla, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.02").

Average rainfall days in October
Hecla, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Hecla, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hecla, KY

Average snowfall in October - Hecla, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hecla, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Hecla, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Hecla, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hecla, 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: 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
Hecla, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Hecla, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Hecla, KY

Average UV index in October - Hecla, 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
Hecla, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Hecla, 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
Hecla, KY

Average visibility in October - Hecla, 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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