October weather forecast
Morehead, KY

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Weather in October

October steps in officially welcoming fall in Morehead. The chill in the air signals the approaching winter, but October maintains a delicate balance between cool and cold. Leaving a late souvenir of the rainy season, October brings a decrease in precipitation compared to September's rainfall. The days continue to shorten and the winds pick up speed providing a forewarning of the impending cold season. Despite the shifts in temperature and day's length, October offers the perfect fall experience.

Temperature

The arrival of October in Morehead corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from September's moderately hot 78.8°F (26°C) to a refreshing 66°F (18.9°C). Morehead in October anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Humidity

In Morehead, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Morehead, during October, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. In Morehead, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) 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 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.5 snowfall days, and 11.14" (283mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Morehead, Kentucky, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Morehead, Kentucky, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

During October, Morehead experiences an average high-temperature of 66°F (18.9°C) and a low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Morehead, during October, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Morehead have in October?

In Morehead, the average day length in October is 11h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Morehead is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Morehead, KY

Average temperature in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Morehead, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Morehead, KY

Average wind speed in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Morehead, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in October
Morehead, KY

Average rainfall in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in October
Morehead, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Morehead, KY

Average snowfall in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Morehead, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Morehead, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Morehead, KY

Average UV index in October - Morehead, 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
Morehead, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Morehead, KY

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

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

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