October weather forecast
Clifton, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Clifton, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 65.3°F (18.5°C) and min 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

In October, the average high-temperature decreases from a moderately hot 79°F (26.1°C) in September to a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). October nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Clifton, in October, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Clifton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.1 days and collects up to 33.03" (839mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.2 snowfall days, and 13.62" (346mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Clifton is 6h.

UV index

In Clifton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index 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, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In Clifton, 65.3°F (18.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 46.8°F (8.2°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout October, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Clifton have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Clifton, WV

Average temperature in October - Clifton, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Clifton, WV

Average pressure in October - Clifton, 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
Clifton, WV

Average wind speed in October - Clifton, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Clifton, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Clifton, WV

Average rainfall in October - Clifton, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in October
Clifton, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Clifton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Clifton, WV

Average snowfall in October - Clifton, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Clifton, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Clifton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Clifton, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Clifton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Clifton, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, 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
Clifton, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Clifton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Clifton, WV

Average visibility in October - Clifton, 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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