October weather forecast
Thelma, KY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Thelma, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.9°F (19.4°C) and 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

In the transition to October, Thelma observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 79.3°F (26.3°C) in September to a refreshing 66.9°F (19.4°C). Throughout the nights in October, an average low-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C) is noted in Thelma.

Humidity

In Thelma, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout October, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 173.4 rainfall days, and 30.24" (768mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Thelma, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.6 days and aggregates up to 13.82" (351mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Thelma, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Thelma, is 66.9°F (19.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 47.5°F (8.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October in Thelma, Kentucky, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Thelma, Kentucky, in October, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Thelma 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
Thelma, KY

Average temperature in October - Thelma, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.9°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 (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Thelma, KY

Average pressure in October - Thelma, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Thelma, KY

Average wind speed in October - Thelma, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Thelma, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Thelma, KY

Average rainfall in October - Thelma, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in October
Thelma, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Thelma, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Thelma, KY

Average snowfall in October - Thelma, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Thelma, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Thelma, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Thelma, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Thelma, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Thelma, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Thelma, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Thelma, KY

Average UV index in October - Thelma, 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
Thelma, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Thelma, KY

Average visibility in October - Thelma, 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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