October weather forecast
Stepstone, KY

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Stepstone, Kentucky, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.1°F (8.4°C) and max 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of October comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 78.3°F (25.7°C) in September to a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C). Stepstone experiences a consistent average temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) throughout the nights in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Stepstone is 76%.

Rainfall

In Stepstone, during October, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Stepstone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.6 days and collects up to 35.67" (906mm) 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 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Stepstone, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.8 days and aggregates up to 12.72" (323mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Stepstone, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In Stepstone, Kentucky, 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In Stepstone, 65.8°F (18.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 47.1°F (8.4°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Stepstone, during October, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Stepstone have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Stepstone?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Stepstone, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Stepstone, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Stepstone, KY

Average wind speed in October - Stepstone, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Stepstone, KY

Average humidity in October - Stepstone, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Stepstone, KY

Average rainfall in October - Stepstone, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in October
Stepstone, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Stepstone, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Stepstone, KY

Average snowfall in October - Stepstone, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Stepstone, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Stepstone, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 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
Stepstone, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Stepstone, KY
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Stepstone, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Stepstone, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Stepstone, KY

Average UV index in October - Stepstone, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Stepstone, KY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Stepstone, KY

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

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

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