October weather forecast
Austen, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Austen, West Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.3°F (6.3°C) and max 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Temperature

Setting in of October comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C) in September to a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C). During October nights, Austen records an average temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In October, in Austen, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout October, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Austen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.6 days and collects up to 37.99" (965mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Austen, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.1 days and aggregates up to 43.5" (1105mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Austen, the average sunshine in October is 5.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in Austen, is 59.9°F (15.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 43.3°F (6.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Austen, in October, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Austen have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Austen, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Austen, WV

Average temperature in October - Austen, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Austen, WV

Average pressure in October - Austen, WV
  • 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Austen, WV

Average wind speed in October - Austen, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Austen, WV

Average humidity in October - Austen, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (79%).

Average rainfall in October
Austen, WV

Average rainfall in October - Austen, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in October
Austen, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Austen, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Austen, WV

Average snowfall in October - Austen, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Austen, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Austen, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Austen, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Austen, WV
  • 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Austen, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Austen, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6 days).

Average UV index in October
Austen, WV

Average UV index in October - Austen, WV
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Austen, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Austen, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in October
Austen, WV

Average visibility in October - Austen, WV
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, September and December (4mi).

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