October weather forecast
Hickory, KY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Hickory, Kentucky, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 69.4°F (20.8°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during October reduces from September's moderately hot 81.7°F (27.6°C) to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). In Hickory, the average nighttime temperature during October is a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Hickory, during October, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 178.3 rainfall days, and 42.01" (1067mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Hickory is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During October, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hickory in October?

In Hickory, in October, the average high-temperature is 69.4°F (20.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.1°F (10.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Hickory, in October, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Hickory?

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

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hickory have in October?

The average day length in October in Hickory is 11h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hickory have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Hickory, KY

Average temperature in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Hickory, KY

Average pressure in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Hickory, KY

Average wind speed in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Hickory, KY

Average humidity in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Hickory, KY

Average rainfall in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in October
Hickory, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hickory, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hickory, KY

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (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
Hickory, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hickory, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Hickory, KY

Average UV index in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average UV index in October: 4

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
Hickory, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Hickory, KY

Average visibility in October - Hickory, 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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