October weather forecast
Blocton, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Blocton, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.2°F (19°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C) to a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C). In Blocton, the average low-temperature during the month of October is a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

In Blocton, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout October, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Blocton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.6 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Blocton, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 16.81" (427mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Blocton, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Blocton, the average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During October, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In Blocton, in October, the average high-temperature is 66.2°F (19°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Blocton, in October, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows in Blocton. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Blocton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Blocton, WV

Average temperature in October - Blocton, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Blocton, WV

Average pressure in October - Blocton, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Blocton, WV

Average wind speed in October - Blocton, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Blocton, WV

Average humidity in October - Blocton, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Blocton, WV

Average rainfall in October - Blocton, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in October
Blocton, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Blocton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Blocton, WV

Average snowfall in October - Blocton, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Blocton, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Blocton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Blocton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Blocton, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Blocton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Blocton, WV

Average UV index in October - Blocton, 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
Blocton, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Blocton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Blocton, WV

Average visibility in October - Blocton, 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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