October weather forecast
Clay, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Clay, West Virginia, is another comfortable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 62.2°F (16.8°C) and an average low of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

In Clay, entering October brings a temperature decrement, reducing from September's warm 74.8°F (23.8°C) to a refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C). In October, Clay reports a consistent average low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Clay, West Virginia, is 80%.

Rainfall

In Clay, in October, during 13.6 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Clay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190.3 days and collects up to 36.93" (938mm) 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 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Clay, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.4 days and aggregates up to 38.62" (981mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Clay, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Clay, West Virginia, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Clay in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Clay, is 62.2°F (16.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Clay?

The average relative humidity in October in Clay, West Virginia, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October in Clay?

In Clay, during October, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Clay?

October is the first month it typically snows in Clay. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Clay have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Clay?

On the first day of October in Clay, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Clay have in October?

In Clay, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Clay?

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

Average temperature in October - Clay, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Clay, WV

Average pressure in October - Clay, 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
Clay, WV

Average wind speed in October - Clay, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Clay, WV

Average humidity in October - Clay, 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 June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Clay, WV

Average rainfall in October - Clay, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in October
Clay, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Clay, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Clay, WV

Average snowfall in October - Clay, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Clay, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Clay, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Clay, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Clay, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Clay, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Clay, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Clay, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Clay, WV

Average visibility in October - Clay, 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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