October weather forecast
McGowan, KY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in McGowan, Kentucky, is an agreeable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 68.5°F (20.3°C) and an average low of 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Temperature

In McGowan, entering October brings a temperature decrement, reducing from September's moderately hot 80.4°F (26.9°C) to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). October sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In McGowan, in October, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174.5 rainfall days, and 39.65" (1007mm) 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 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In McGowan, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.5 days and aggregates up to 6.57" (167mm) of snow.

Daylight

In McGowan, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In McGowan, the average sunshine in October is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In McGowan, 68.5°F (20.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 50.2°F (10.1°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How much does it rain in October?

In McGowan, during October, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. 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?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does McGowan have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in McGowan?

In McGowan, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
McGowan, KY

Average temperature in October - McGowan, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.5°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 (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in October
McGowan, KY

Average pressure in October - McGowan, 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
McGowan, KY

Average wind speed in October - McGowan, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
McGowan, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
McGowan, KY

Average rainfall in October - McGowan, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in October
McGowan, KY

Average rainfall days in October - McGowan, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
McGowan, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
McGowan, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
McGowan, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - McGowan, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
McGowan, KY

Average sunshine days in October - McGowan, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in October
McGowan, KY

Average UV index in October - McGowan, 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
McGowan, KY

Average cloud cover in October - McGowan, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
McGowan, KY

Average visibility in October - McGowan, 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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