Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
October brings a drop in Orkney's average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C) in September to a comfortable 66.9°F (19.4°C). October's average low-temperature reading in Orkney settles at a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October in Orkney is 76%.Rainfall
In Orkney, Kentucky, in October, during 13.2 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Orkney, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Orkney, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 15.24" (387mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 13min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Orkney is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Orkney in October?
What is the average humidity in October in Orkney?
How many days does it rain in October in Orkney?
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What is the average length of the day in October in Orkney?
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Orkney?
How many hours of sunshine does Orkney have in October?
How high is the UV index in October in Orkney?
Average temperature in October
Orkney, KY
- Average high temperature in October: 66.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 47.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).
Average pressure in October
Orkney, KY
- Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Orkney, KY
- Average wind speed in October: 4.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in October
Orkney, KY
- Average humidity in October: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).
Average rainfall in October
Orkney, KY
- Average rainfall in October: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in October
Orkney, KY
- Average rainfall days in October: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Orkney, KY
- Average snowfall in October: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Orkney, KY
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Orkney, 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: 6h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Orkney, KY
- Average sunshine days in October: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Orkney, KY
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Orkney, KY
- Average cloud cover in October: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in October
Orkney, KY
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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