October weather forecast
Dorothy, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Dorothy, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 62.8°F (17.1°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

The start of October signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a warm 75°F (23.9°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.8°F (17.1°C). Dorothy experiences an average low-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) in the month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Dorothy, in October, during 12.5 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dorothy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.9 days and collects up to 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dorothy are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Dorothy. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.4 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Dorothy is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of October, in Dorothy, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Dorothy is 5.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Dorothy?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Dorothy, is 62.8°F (17.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Dorothy?

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How much does it rain in Dorothy in October?

In Dorothy, West Virginia, during October, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Dorothy?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dorothy have in October?

The average day length in October in Dorothy is 11h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Dorothy?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Dorothy?

In Dorothy, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Dorothy?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Dorothy, West Virginia, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Dorothy, WV

Average temperature in October - Dorothy, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Dorothy, WV

Average pressure in October - Dorothy, 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
Dorothy, WV

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

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

Average humidity in October
Dorothy, WV

Average humidity in October - Dorothy, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in October
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Average rainfall in October - Dorothy, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.18").

Average rainfall days in October
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Average rainfall days in October - Dorothy, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dorothy, WV

Average snowfall in October - Dorothy, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dorothy, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dorothy, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Dorothy, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

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

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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

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

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