October weather forecast
Big Sandy, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Big Sandy, West Virginia, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64.2°F (17.9°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

October's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C) in September to a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C). During October, Big Sandy records an average temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout October, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.5 rainfall days, and 29.41" (747mm) 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 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.6 snowfall days, and 20" (508mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Big Sandy, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Big Sandy is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Big Sandy in October?

In Big Sandy, in October, the average high-temperature is 64.2°F (17.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air 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?

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Big Sandy, in October, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Big Sandy have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Big Sandy, WV

Average temperature in October - Big Sandy, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in October
Big Sandy, WV

Average pressure in October - Big Sandy, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.07"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
Big Sandy, WV

Average wind speed in October - Big Sandy, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Big Sandy, WV

Average humidity in October - Big Sandy, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Big Sandy, WV

Average rainfall in October - Big Sandy, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in October
Big Sandy, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Big Sandy, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Big Sandy, WV

Average snowfall in October - Big Sandy, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Big Sandy, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Big Sandy, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Big Sandy, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Big Sandy, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Big Sandy, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Big Sandy, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Big Sandy, WV

Average UV index in October - Big Sandy, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Big Sandy, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Big Sandy, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Big Sandy, WV

Average visibility in October - Big Sandy, 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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