October weather forecast
Cheat Lake, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Cheat Lake, West Virginia, is another comfortable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 62.1°F (16.7°C) and an average low of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

Transition into October marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C) in September to a comfortable 62.1°F (16.7°C). The average temperature during October nights dips to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Humidity

In Cheat Lake, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout October, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cheat Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.8 days and collects up to 36.46" (926mm) of precipitation.

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 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Cheat Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.1 days and aggregates up to 32.32" (821mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During October, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature, in October, in Cheat Lake, is 62.1°F (16.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 44.8°F (7.1°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?

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Cheat Lake, during October, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

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 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cheat Lake have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Cheat Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Cheat Lake, WV

Average temperature in October - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Cheat Lake, WV

Average pressure in October - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Cheat Lake, WV

Average wind speed in October - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.6mph

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

Average humidity in October
Cheat Lake, WV

Average humidity in October - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

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

Average rainfall in October
Cheat Lake, WV

Average rainfall in October - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in October
Cheat Lake, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Cheat Lake, WV

Average snowfall in October - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Cheat Lake, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cheat Lake, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cheat Lake, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Cheat Lake, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Cheat Lake, WV

Average UV index in October - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Cheat Lake, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Cheat Lake, WV

Average visibility in October - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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