October weather forecast
Fort Grand, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Fort Grand, West Virginia, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Temperature

October shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from September's moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) to a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C). Fort Grand in October experiences a low-temperature average of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Fort Grand, during October, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.4 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) 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 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Fort Grand, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.4 days and aggregates up to 29.09" (739mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

In Fort Grand, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fort Grand in October?

The high-temperature during October is 62.8°F (17.1°C) and the low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October in Fort Grand is 79%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Fort Grand, during October, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Fort Grand, WV

Average pressure in October - Fort Grand, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Fort Grand, WV

Average wind speed in October - Fort Grand, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Fort Grand, WV

Average humidity in October - Fort Grand, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Fort Grand, WV

Average rainfall in October - Fort Grand, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in October
Fort Grand, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Fort Grand, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Fort Grand, WV

Average snowfall in October - Fort Grand, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Fort Grand, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Fort Grand, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Fort Grand, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Fort Grand, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Fort Grand, WV

Average UV index in October - Fort Grand, WV
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Fort Grand, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Fort Grand, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Fort Grand, WV

Average visibility in October - Fort Grand, WV
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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