October weather forecast
Big Springs, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Big Springs, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 64°F (17.8°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's warm 77.4°F (25.2°C) to a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C). Throughout the nights in October, an average low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) is noted.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Big Springs, in October, during 14.3 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Big Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.9 days and collects up to 38.19" (970mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Big Springs, there are 51.3 snowfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Big Springs is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

October temperatures in Big Springs vary between a high-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) and a low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout October, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

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 medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Big Springs, WV

Average temperature in October - Big Springs, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 64°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Big Springs, WV

Average pressure in October - Big Springs, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Big Springs, WV

Average wind speed in October - Big Springs, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in October
Big Springs, WV

Average humidity in October - Big Springs, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Big Springs, WV

Average rainfall in October - Big Springs, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in October
Big Springs, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Big Springs, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Big Springs, WV

Average snowfall in October - Big Springs, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Big Springs, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Big Springs, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Big Springs, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Big Springs, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Big Springs, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Big Springs, WV

Average UV index in October - Big Springs, WV
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July 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 Springs, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Big Springs, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Big Springs, WV

Average visibility in October - Big Springs, WV
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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