October weather forecast
Bessemer, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Bessemer, West Virginia, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 63.9°F (17.7°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, shifting from a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.9°F (17.7°C). Throughout the month of October, Bessemer sees a steady low-temperature average of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In October, in Bessemer, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout October, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bessemer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.2 days and collects up to 26.02" (661mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Bessemer, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

In Bessemer, 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 radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Bessemer, is 63.9°F (17.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

October is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Bessemer, West Virginia, during October, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bessemer have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Bessemer, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Bessemer, WV

Average temperature in October - Bessemer, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Bessemer, WV

Average pressure in October - Bessemer, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Bessemer, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Bessemer, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Bessemer, WV

Average rainfall in October - Bessemer, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in October
Bessemer, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Bessemer, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bessemer, WV

Average snowfall in October - Bessemer, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Bessemer, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Bessemer, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bessemer, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bessemer, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Bessemer, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Bessemer, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Bessemer, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Bessemer, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Bessemer, WV

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

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

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