October weather forecast
Canaan, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Canaan, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 44.6°F (7°C) and 62.6°F (17°C).

Temperature

Welcoming October, Canaan observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's warm 75.2°F (24°C) to an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C). During the month of October, an average temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Canaan, during October, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. In Canaan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.8 days and collects up to 38.07" (967mm) 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 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Canaan, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.1 days and aggregates up to 37.83" (961mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Canaan, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Canaan in October?

In Canaan, 62.6°F (17°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.6°F (7°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Canaan, during October, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Canaan?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Canaan, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Canaan, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Canaan, WV

Average temperature in October - Canaan, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Canaan, WV

Average pressure in October - Canaan, 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
Canaan, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Canaan, WV

Average humidity in October - Canaan, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Canaan, WV

Average rainfall in October - Canaan, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in October
Canaan, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Canaan, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Canaan, WV

Average snowfall in October - Canaan, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Canaan, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Canaan, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in October
Canaan, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Canaan, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Canaan, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Canaan, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Canaan, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

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
Canaan, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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