October weather forecast
Saint Helens, KY

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Saint Helens, Kentucky, is another comfortable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and an average high of 66.6°F (19.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of October introduces a moderate change in Saint Helens's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from September's moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C) to a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C). Throughout October, Saint Helens encounters an average temperature drop to a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

June, August, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Saint Helens, in October, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.6 rainfall days, and 33.11" (841mm) 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 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Saint Helens, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.6 days and aggregates up to 12.17" (309mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Saint Helens, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 6:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Saint Helens in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the least humid month?

June, August, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Saint Helens, in October, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated 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 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Saint Helens have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 6:37 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October in Saint Helens?

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

Average temperature in October - Saint Helens, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°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
Saint Helens, KY

Average pressure in October - Saint Helens, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Saint Helens, KY

Average wind speed in October - Saint Helens, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Saint Helens, KY

Average humidity in October - Saint Helens, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August, October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Saint Helens, KY

Average rainfall in October - Saint Helens, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in October
Saint Helens, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Saint Helens, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Saint Helens, KY

Average snowfall in October - Saint Helens, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Saint Helens, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Saint Helens, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Saint Helens, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Saint Helens, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Saint Helens, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Saint Helens, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Saint Helens, KY

Average UV index in October - Saint Helens, 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
Saint Helens, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Saint Helens, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

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 32).

Average visibility in October
Saint Helens, KY

Average visibility in October - Saint Helens, 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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