October weather forecast
Rockcastle, KY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Rockcastle, Kentucky, is an agreeable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50.5°F (10.3°C) and an average high of 68.9°F (20.5°C).

Temperature

Rockcastle in October demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a moderately hot 81.1°F (27.3°C) in September to a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C). Throughout October, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout October, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.8 rainfall days, and 35.79" (909mm) 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 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.6 snowfall days, and 6.54" (166mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Rockcastle, the average sunshine in October is 6.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in October transforms into this advice:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Rockcastle?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C) and a low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Rockcastle, during October, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Rockcastle, the average day length in October is 11h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Rockcastle, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Rockcastle?

In Rockcastle, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Rockcastle, KY

Average temperature in October - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Rockcastle, KY

Average pressure in October - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Rockcastle, KY

Average wind speed in October - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Rockcastle, KY

Average humidity in October - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Rockcastle, KY

Average rainfall in October - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in October
Rockcastle, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rockcastle, KY

Average snowfall in October - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rockcastle, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 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
Rockcastle, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rockcastle, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rockcastle, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Rockcastle, KY

Average UV index in October - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average UV index in October: 4

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
Rockcastle, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Rockcastle, KY

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

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

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