October weather forecast
Plum, KY

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Weather in October

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

Temperature

Onset of October witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 78.3°F (25.7°C) in September to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). During the October nights, an average temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) is observed.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Plum, during October, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Plum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.6 days and collects up to 35.67" (906mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Plum are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Plum, there are 37.8 snowfall days, and 12.72" (323mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In Plum, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 47.1°F (8.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Plum, during October, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

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

How many hours of daylight does Plum have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, 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.

How many hours of sunshine does Plum have in October?

In Plum, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Plum, KY

Average temperature in October - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average pressure in October - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average wind speed in October - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average humidity in October - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average rainfall in October - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average snowfall in October - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average UV index in October - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average visibility in October - Plum, 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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