October weather forecast
Excelsior, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Excelsior, West Virginia, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 64.2°F (17.9°C) and min 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

October's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C) in September to a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C). October sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

In Excelsior, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Excelsior, during October, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.5 rainfall days, and 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Excelsior, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.6 days and aggregates up to 20" (508mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In Excelsior, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Excelsior in October?

In October, in Excelsior, the average high-temperature is 64.2°F (17.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Excelsior, in October, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Excelsior have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Excelsior, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Excelsior have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Excelsior is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Excelsior, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in October
Excelsior, WV

Average pressure in October - Excelsior, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Excelsior, WV

Average wind speed in October - Excelsior, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.4mph

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

Average humidity in October
Excelsior, WV

Average humidity in October - Excelsior, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Excelsior, WV

Average rainfall in October - Excelsior, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in October
Excelsior, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Excelsior, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Excelsior, WV

Average snowfall in October - Excelsior, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Excelsior, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Excelsior, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Excelsior, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Excelsior, WV

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Excelsior, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Excelsior, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Excelsior, WV

Average visibility in October - Excelsior, 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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