October weather forecast
Portland, KY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Portland, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and an average high of 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Temperature

The shift to October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 78.3°F (25.7°C) in September to a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). Throughout October, an average low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In Portland, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In Portland, during October, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.2 rainfall days, and 26.1" (663mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Portland, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Portland, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

In Portland, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Portland, is 65.3°F (18.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Portland, during October, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Portland, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

In Portland, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October in Portland?

In Portland, the average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Portland, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Portland, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Portland, KY

Average pressure in October - Portland, KY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Portland, KY

Average wind speed in October - Portland, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Portland, KY

Average humidity in October - Portland, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Portland, KY

Average rainfall in October - Portland, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in October
Portland, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Portland, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Portland, KY

Average snowfall in October - Portland, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Portland, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Portland, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Portland, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Portland, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Portland, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Portland, KY

Average UV index in October - Portland, KY
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Portland, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Portland, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Portland, KY

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

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

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