October weather forecast
Thornton, KY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Thornton, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 65.5°F (18.6°C) and an average low of 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in October, from September's moderately hot 77.2°F (25.1°C) to an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C). In Thornton, an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) is recorded during October nights.

Humidity

In Thornton, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Thornton, in October, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Thornton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 195.8 days and collects up to 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Thornton, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.6 days and aggregates up to 19.29" (490mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Thornton is 11h and 13min.
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 7:55 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Thornton, the average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature in Thornton during October is 65.5°F (18.6°C) and the low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout October, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Thornton?

The average day length in October is 11h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / 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 7:55 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Thornton, KY

Average temperature in October - Thornton, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Thornton, KY

Average pressure in October - Thornton, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Thornton, KY

Average wind speed in October - Thornton, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Thornton, KY

Average humidity in October - Thornton, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Thornton, KY

Average rainfall in October - Thornton, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in October
Thornton, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Thornton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Thornton, KY

Average snowfall in October - Thornton, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Thornton, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Thornton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Thornton, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Thornton, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Thornton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8 days).

Average UV index in October
Thornton, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Thornton, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Thornton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Thornton, KY

Average visibility in October - Thornton, KY
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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