October weather forecast
Craigsville, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Craigsville, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43°F (6.1°C) and an average high of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

October's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C) in September to a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C). During the nights in October, Craigsville observes an average low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In Craigsville, in October, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Craigsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.5 days and collects up to 41.61" (1057mm) 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 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.4 snowfall days, and 37.4" (950mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) and a low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Craigsville, in October, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Craigsville?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Craigsville have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Craigsville, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Craigsville, WV

Average pressure in October - Craigsville, 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
Craigsville, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Craigsville, WV

Average humidity in October - Craigsville, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

Average rainfall in October
Craigsville, WV

Average rainfall in October - Craigsville, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in October
Craigsville, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Craigsville, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Craigsville, WV

Average snowfall in October - Craigsville, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Craigsville, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Craigsville, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Craigsville, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Craigsville, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Craigsville, 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 (5.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Craigsville, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Craigsville, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Craigsville, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in October
Craigsville, WV

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

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

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