October weather forecast
West Elkton, OH

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in West Elkton, Ohio, with an average temperature varying between 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in October, shifting from a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to a refreshing 63°F (17.2°C). During October, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 46.6°F (8.1°C) at night.

Humidity

October and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout October, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Elkton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169 days and collects up to 31.85" (809mm) 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 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.7 snowfall days, and 12.48" (317mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 6:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for West Elkton in October?

In October, in West Elkton, the average high-temperature is 63°F (17.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.6°F (8.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the least humid months?

October and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How much does it rain in West Elkton in October?

In West Elkton, in October, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in West Elkton?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Elkton have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 6:37 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
West Elkton, OH

Average temperature in October - West Elkton, OH
  • Average high temperature in October: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in October
West Elkton, OH

Average pressure in October - West Elkton, OH
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
West Elkton, OH

Average wind speed in October - West Elkton, OH
  • Average wind speed in October: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
West Elkton, OH

Average humidity in October - West Elkton, OH
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in October
West Elkton, OH

Average rainfall in October - West Elkton, OH
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in October
West Elkton, OH

Average rainfall days in October - West Elkton, OH
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
West Elkton, OH

Average snowfall in October - West Elkton, OH
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
West Elkton, OH

Average snowfall days in October - West Elkton, OH
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
West Elkton, OH

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - West Elkton, OH
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
West Elkton, OH

Average sunshine days in October - West Elkton, OH
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).

Average UV index in October
West Elkton, OH

Average UV index in October - West Elkton, OH
  • 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
West Elkton, OH

Average cloud cover in October - West Elkton, OH
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
West Elkton, OH

Average visibility in October - West Elkton, OH
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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