October weather forecast
Elton, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Elton, West Virginia, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 60.3°F (15.7°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

The start of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C) in September to a refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 42.6°F (5.9°C) in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Elton, in October, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.7 days and collects up to 35.31" (897mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Elton. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Elton, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.2 days and aggregates up to 32.83" (834mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

In Elton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature during October is 60.3°F (15.7°C) and the low-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Elton, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout October, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elton have in October?

In Elton, the average day length in October is 11h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

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 6:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elton have in October?

In Elton, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Elton, WV

Average temperature in October - Elton, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.3°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 (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Elton, WV

Average pressure in October - Elton, 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
Elton, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Elton, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in October
Elton, WV

Average rainfall in October - Elton, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in October
Elton, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Elton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Elton, WV

Average snowfall in October - Elton, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Elton, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Elton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Elton, WV
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Elton, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Elton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Elton, WV

Average UV index in October - Elton, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Elton, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Elton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in October
Elton, WV

Average visibility in October - Elton, WV
  • Average visibility in October: 4mi

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

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