October weather forecast
Fort Gay, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Fort Gay, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 66.4°F (19.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a warm 79.3°F (26.3°C) in September to a comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C). In Fort Gay, October's nights observe an average temperature dip to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Fort Gay, in October, during 13.2 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fort Gay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.7 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Fort Gay, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.2 days and aggregates up to 13.35" (339mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Fort Gay, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October leads to these advisories:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Fort Gay?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 66.4°F (19.1°C) and 47.5°F (8.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Fort Gay, in October, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Fort Gay, the average day length in October is 11h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Fort Gay, WV

Average temperature in October - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Fort Gay, WV

Average pressure in October - Fort Gay, 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
Fort Gay, WV

Average wind speed in October - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Fort Gay, WV

Average humidity in October - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Fort Gay, WV

Average rainfall in October - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in October
Fort Gay, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Fort Gay, WV

Average snowfall in October - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Fort Gay, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Fort Gay, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fort Gay, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Fort Gay, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Fort Gay, WV

Average UV index in October - Fort Gay, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Fort Gay, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Fort Gay, WV

Average visibility in October - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, September and December (5mi).

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