October weather forecast
Quicksand, KY

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Quicksand, Kentucky, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and an average high of 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a warm 79.5°F (26.4°C) in September to a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C). In Quicksand, October's nights observe an average temperature dip to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Quicksand, in October, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Quicksand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178 days and collects up to 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.8 snowfall days, and 17.32" (440mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Quicksand, 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 health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Quicksand, is 66.7°F (19.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 47.3°F (8.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout October, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Quicksand, the average day length in October is 11h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

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

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October 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
Quicksand, KY

Average temperature in October - Quicksand, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.7°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 (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in October
Quicksand, KY

Average pressure in October - Quicksand, 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
Quicksand, KY

Average wind speed in October - Quicksand, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Quicksand, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Quicksand, KY

Average rainfall in October - Quicksand, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in October
Quicksand, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Quicksand, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Quicksand, KY

Average snowfall in October - Quicksand, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Quicksand, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Quicksand, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Quicksand, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Quicksand, 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 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: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Quicksand, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Quicksand, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in October
Quicksand, KY

Average UV index in October - Quicksand, 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
Quicksand, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Quicksand, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Quicksand, KY

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

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

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