October weather forecast
Zanesville, OH

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Colorful fireworks seen in the sky above a large bridge on the Muskingum River in Zanesville, Ohio, during celebrations on Independence Day
Colorful fireworks seen in the sky above a large bridge on the Muskingum River in Zanesville, Ohio, during celebrations on Independence Day

Weather in October

October distinctly marks autumn in Zanesville with an abrupt drop in temperature down to highs of 62.8°F (17.1°C). Leaves change colors giving the city an aesthetic appeal and making it a visual delight for landscape photographers. Despite the reduced daylight, the city maintains its charming aura under the golden hue of autumn. With a decline in humidity, October rings in fresh and cool breezes. Thus, October embodies the essence of autumn in Zanesville, paving the way for the city to gear up for the upcoming winter.

Temperature

Zanesville's weather in October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from September's moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) to an enjoyable 62.8°F (17.1°C). Zanesville, during the month of October, experiences an average low-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Zanesville, in October, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 164.3 rainfall days, and 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Zanesville, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Zanesville, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Zanesville, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October translates into these guidelines:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Zanesville, in October, the average high-temperature is 62.8°F (17.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 45.3°F (7.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Zanesville, during October, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Zanesville, Ohio, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Zanesville have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Zanesville, Ohio, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Zanesville is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Zanesville, OH

Average temperature in October - Zanesville, OH
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.8°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 (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Zanesville, OH

Average pressure in October - Zanesville, OH
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Zanesville, OH

Average wind speed in October - Zanesville, OH
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Zanesville, OH

Average humidity in October - Zanesville, OH
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Zanesville, OH

Average rainfall in October - Zanesville, OH
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Zanesville, OH

Average rainfall days in October - Zanesville, OH
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Zanesville, OH

Average snowfall in October - Zanesville, OH
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Zanesville, OH

Average snowfall days in October - Zanesville, OH
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Zanesville, OH

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Zanesville, OH

Average sunshine days in October - Zanesville, OH
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Zanesville, OH

Average UV index in October - Zanesville, OH
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Zanesville, OH

Average cloud cover in October - Zanesville, OH
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Zanesville, OH

Average visibility in October - Zanesville, OH
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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