October weather forecast
West Valley City, UT

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Weather in October

The weather in West Valley City in October invokes a true autumnal feel as temperatures start to dip, the days shorten, and leaves begin to change color. As winter approaches, the city witnesses its first signs of snow towards the end of October. There is a notable reduction in the amount of sunshine and daylight hours compared to the sun-soaked summer months. Despite this, October's mild weather conditions and beautiful fall foliage make it one of the most picturesque months in West Valley City.

Temperature

In October, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature descending from a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C) in September to a mild 58.5°F (14.7°C). West Valley City experiences a consistent average temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) throughout the nights in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in West Valley City, Utah, is 53%.

Rainfall

In West Valley City, Utah, in October, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in West Valley City, there are 96.6 rainfall days, and 12.13" (308mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in West Valley City, Utah, are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In West Valley City, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.4 days and aggregates up to 31.42" (798mm) of snow.

Daylight

In West Valley City, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of October, in West Valley City, Utah, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:25 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in West Valley City is 7.7h.

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 radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for West Valley City in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in West Valley City, is 58.5°F (14.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October in West Valley City?

The average relative humidity in October in West Valley City, Utah, is 53%.

How many days does it rain in October in West Valley City?

In West Valley City, Utah, in October, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in West Valley City?

October is the first month it typically snows in West Valley City, Utah. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Valley City have in October?

The average day length in October in West Valley City, Utah, is 11h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in West Valley City?

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 7:58 am and sunset at 6:25 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Valley City have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in West Valley City?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in West Valley City, Utah, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
West Valley City, UT

Average temperature in October - West Valley City, UT
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in October
West Valley City, UT

Average pressure in October - West Valley City, UT
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
West Valley City, UT

Average wind speed in October - West Valley City, UT
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.1mph).

Average humidity in October
West Valley City, UT

Average humidity in October - West Valley City, UT
  • Average humidity in October: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (36%).

Average rainfall in October
West Valley City, UT

Average rainfall in October - West Valley City, UT
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
West Valley City, UT

Average rainfall days in October - West Valley City, UT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
West Valley City, UT

Average snowfall in October - West Valley City, UT
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
West Valley City, UT

Average snowfall days in October - West Valley City, UT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 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
West Valley City, UT

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - West Valley City, UT
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
West Valley City, UT

Average sunshine days in October - West Valley City, UT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.6 days).

Average UV index in October
West Valley City, UT

Average UV index in October - West Valley City, UT
  • 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 Valley City, UT

Average cloud cover in October - West Valley City, UT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 18

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in October
West Valley City, UT

Average visibility in October - West Valley City, UT
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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