October weather forecast
Sandy, KY

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Weather in October

October, like September, is an agreeable autumn month in Sandy, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.4°F (20.2°C) and 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Temperature

In Sandy, the average high-temperature in October drops from a warm 79.9°F (26.6°C) in September to a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C) during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sandy, in October, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 165 rainfall days, and 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.1 snowfall days, and 6.42" (163mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sandy, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In Sandy, in October, the average high-temperature is 68.4°F (20.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Sandy, in October, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sandy have in October?

In Sandy, the average sunshine duration in October is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading 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
Sandy, KY

Average temperature in October - Sandy, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.4°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 (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Sandy, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sandy, KY

Average wind speed in October - Sandy, 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
Sandy, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in October
Sandy, KY

Average rainfall in October - Sandy, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in October
Sandy, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Sandy, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sandy, KY

Average snowfall in October - Sandy, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sandy, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Sandy, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Sandy, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sandy, 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: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sandy, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Sandy, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Sandy, KY

Average UV index in October - Sandy, 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
Sandy, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Sandy, KY

Average visibility in October - Sandy, 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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