October weather forecast
Bethany, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Bethany, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 62.2°F (16.8°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

With October's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C). Bethany experiences an average low-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) in the month of October.

Humidity

In Bethany, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Bethany, during October, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147 rainfall days, and 19.57" (497mm) 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. In Bethany, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.4 days and aggregates up to 9.96" (253mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bethany, the average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

In Bethany, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C) and a low-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity in Bethany is 80%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Bethany, in October, during 11.3 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Bethany?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bethany have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Bethany, WV

Average temperature in October - Bethany, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Bethany, WV

Average pressure in October - Bethany, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"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
Bethany, WV

Average wind speed in October - Bethany, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Bethany, WV

Average humidity in October - Bethany, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Bethany, WV

Average rainfall in October - Bethany, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in October
Bethany, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Bethany, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bethany, WV

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

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Bethany, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bethany, WV
  • 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bethany, WV

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Bethany, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Bethany, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Bethany, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Bethany, WV

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

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

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