October weather forecast
Ballard, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Ballard, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Temperature

During the transition into October, Ballard observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C). An average low-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) is observed during October nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Ballard, during October, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.3 rainfall days, and 23.5" (597mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 13.46" (342mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Ballard, West Virginia, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature during October is 63.5°F (17.5°C) and the low-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Ballard, in October, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ballard have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ballard have in October?

In Ballard, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ballard, WV

Average temperature in October - Ballard, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Ballard, WV

Average pressure in October - Ballard, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Ballard, WV

Average wind speed in October - Ballard, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in October
Ballard, WV

Average humidity in October - Ballard, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Ballard, WV

Average rainfall in October - Ballard, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in October
Ballard, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Ballard, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ballard, WV

Average snowfall in October - Ballard, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ballard, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Ballard, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ballard, WV
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ballard, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Ballard, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Ballard, WV

Average UV index in October - Ballard, WV
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Ballard, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Ballard, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in October
Ballard, WV

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

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

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