October weather forecast
Tompkinsville, KY

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Weather in October

October, like September, is an agreeable autumn month in Tompkinsville, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 68.4°F (20.2°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks October, falling from September's warm 79.7°F (26.5°C) to an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C). Tompkinsville experiences a steady low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) throughout October.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout October, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182.5 rainfall days, and 41.85" (1063mm) 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 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.4 snowfall days, and 8.82" (224mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Tompkinsville, Kentucky, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

In Tompkinsville, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Tompkinsville, is 68.4°F (20.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are April, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Tompkinsville?

In Tompkinsville, during October, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

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 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Tompkinsville have in October?

In Tompkinsville, the average day length in October is 11h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Tompkinsville?

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

How high is the UV index in October?

In Tompkinsville, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Tompkinsville, KY

Average temperature in October - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Tompkinsville, KY

Average pressure in October - Tompkinsville, 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
Tompkinsville, KY

Average wind speed in October - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Tompkinsville, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Tompkinsville, KY

Average rainfall in October - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.99"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and July (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in October
Tompkinsville, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Tompkinsville, KY

Average snowfall in October - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Tompkinsville, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Tompkinsville, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Tompkinsville, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Tompkinsville, KY

Average UV index in October - Tompkinsville, 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
Tompkinsville, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Tompkinsville, KY

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

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

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