October weather forecast
Gary, WV

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Weather in October

October witnesses a full summation of fall in Gary, with weather being a blend of temperate and crisp thus, presenting a unique charm. The city truly resembles a painting, dominated by hues of red, orange, and yellow. As per the climate data on record, the highest temperature in October falls to 64.2°F (17.9°C), making the days cooler. It is a special time in the city when landscapes are wonderfully transformed, and a cool wind nudges towards the approaching winter.

Temperature

As October begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C) in September to a refreshing 64.2°F (17.9°C). Throughout October, an average nighttime temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) is experienced in Gary, West Virginia.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, in Gary, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout October, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gary, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.5 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.6 snowfall days, and 20" (508mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Gary is 11h and 13min.
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, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Gary, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Gary?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Gary, is 64.2°F (17.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Gary?

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October in Gary?

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

When does it start snowing in Gary?

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 Gary have in October?

In October, the average day length in Gary is 11h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Gary?

On the first day of October in Gary, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gary have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Gary, West Virginia, is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Gary?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Gary, West Virginia, is 3. A UV Index 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
Gary, WV

Average temperature in October - Gary, 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
Gary, WV

Average pressure in October - Gary, 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
Gary, WV

Average wind speed in October - Gary, 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
Gary, WV

Average humidity in October - Gary, 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
Gary, WV

Average rainfall in October - Gary, 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
Gary, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Gary, 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
Gary, WV

Average snowfall in October - Gary, 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
Gary, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Gary, 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
Gary, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gary, 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
Gary, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Gary, 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
Gary, WV

Average UV index in October - Gary, 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
Gary, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Gary, 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
Gary, WV

Average visibility in October - Gary, 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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