October weather forecast
Sulphur, KY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Sulphur, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and an average low of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Temperature

Arrival of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 79°F (26.1°C) in September to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). During the nights in October, Sulphur experiences a consistent average temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Humidity

August and October, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout October, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.6 rainfall days, and 35.59" (904mm) 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 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Sulphur, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.6 days and aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Sulphur is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sulphur in October?

In October, in Sulphur, the average high-temperature is 65.8°F (18.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.7°F (8.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the least humid months?

August and October, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October in Sulphur?

In Sulphur, the average relative humidity in October is 74%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout October, 2.72" (69mm) 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 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sulphur have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Sulphur, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sulphur, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Sulphur, KY

Average pressure in October - Sulphur, KY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sulphur, KY

Average wind speed in October - Sulphur, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Sulphur, KY

Average humidity in October - Sulphur, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Sulphur, KY

Average rainfall in October - Sulphur, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in October
Sulphur, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Sulphur, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sulphur, KY

Average snowfall in October - Sulphur, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sulphur, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Sulphur, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sulphur, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sulphur, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Sulphur, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Sulphur, KY

Average UV index in October - Sulphur, KY
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Sulphur, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Sulphur, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Sulphur, KY

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

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

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