October weather forecast
Birch River, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Birch River, West Virginia, is another enjoyable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and an average high of 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Temperature

Birch River's October weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C) in September to a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C). Throughout October in Birch River, a steady low-temperature average of 45.3°F (7.4°C) is noted.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Birch River is 79%.

Rainfall

In Birch River, in October, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Birch River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 195.1 days and collects up to 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Birch River. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 1.73" (44mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.6 snowfall days, and 34.25" (870mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October in Birch River, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

In Birch River, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Birch River in October?

October temperatures in Birch River vary between a high-temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C) and a low-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Birch River?

In Birch River, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October in Birch River?

In October, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout October, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Birch River?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Birch River have in October?

The average day length in October in Birch River, West Virginia, is 11h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Birch River?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Birch River, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Birch River?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Birch River, West Virginia, is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Birch River?

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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Birch River, WV

Average temperature in October - Birch River, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Birch River, WV

Average pressure in October - Birch River, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Birch River, WV

Average wind speed in October - Birch River, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Birch River, WV

Average humidity in October - Birch River, 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, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Birch River, WV

Average rainfall in October - Birch River, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in October
Birch River, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Birch River, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Birch River, WV

Average snowfall in October - Birch River, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Birch River, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Birch River, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Birch River, WV

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Birch River, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Birch River, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Birch River, WV

Average UV index in October - Birch River, WV
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Birch River, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Birch River, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Birch River, WV

Average visibility in October - Birch River, 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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