October weather forecast
Rufus, KY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Rufus, Kentucky, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 68.5°F (20.3°C) and 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Temperature

As September transitions into October, Rufus sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderately hot 80.4°F (26.9°C) to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). Rufus observes an average low-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C) during October nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Rufus, in October, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.5 rainfall days, and 39.65" (1007mm) 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 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Rufus, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.5 days and aggregates up to 6.57" (167mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During October, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Rufus?

In Rufus, 68.5°F (20.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 50.2°F (10.1°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month in Rufus is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Rufus, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout October, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rufus have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, 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 5:54 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Rufus, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. 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
Rufus, KY

Average temperature in October - Rufus, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.2°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 (28.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Rufus, KY

Average pressure in October - Rufus, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Rufus, KY

Average wind speed in October - Rufus, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Rufus, KY

Average humidity in October - Rufus, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Rufus, KY

Average rainfall in October - Rufus, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in October
Rufus, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Rufus, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rufus, KY

Average snowfall in October - Rufus, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rufus, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
Rufus, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rufus, 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 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rufus, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Rufus, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Rufus, KY

Average UV index in October - Rufus, 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
Rufus, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Rufus, 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
Rufus, KY

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

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

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