October weather forecast
Mount Sterling, KY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in October, reducing from a moderately hot 78.3°F (25.7°C) in September to a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C). Throughout October, the average low-temperature in Mount Sterling dips to a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mount Sterling, in October, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mount Sterling, there are 169.6 rainfall days, and 35.67" (906mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Mount Sterling. October is the first month it typically snows in Mount Sterling. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Mount Sterling, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.8 days and aggregates up to 12.72" (323mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of October in Mount Sterling, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 6:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Mount Sterling is 6.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Mount Sterling is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Mount Sterling?

In Mount Sterling, in October, the average high-temperature is 65.8°F (18.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Mount Sterling?

The average relative humidity in October in Mount Sterling is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October in Mount Sterling?

In October, in Mount Sterling, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout October, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Mount Sterling?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Mount Sterling?

In October, the average day length in Mount Sterling is 11h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Mount Sterling?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mount Sterling, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 6:37 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Sterling have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Mount Sterling is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Mount Sterling?

In Mount Sterling, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Mount Sterling, KY

Average temperature in October - Mount Sterling, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.8°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Mount Sterling, KY

Average pressure in October - Mount Sterling, 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
Mount Sterling, KY

Average wind speed in October - Mount Sterling, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Mount Sterling, KY

Average humidity in October - Mount Sterling, 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
Mount Sterling, KY

Average rainfall in October - Mount Sterling, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in October
Mount Sterling, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Mount Sterling, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mount Sterling, KY

Average snowfall in October - Mount Sterling, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mount Sterling, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Mount Sterling, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 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
Mount Sterling, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mount Sterling, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mount Sterling, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Mount Sterling, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Mount Sterling, KY

Average UV index in October - Mount Sterling, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Mount Sterling, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Mount Sterling, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Mount Sterling, KY

Average visibility in October - Mount Sterling, KY
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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