October weather forecast
Gaston Junction, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Gaston Junction, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Temperature

The start of October involves a temperature drop, moving from a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C). Gaston Junction's nights in October experience an average temperature drop to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Gaston Junction, in October, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gaston Junction, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.4 days and collects up to 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation.

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. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In Gaston Junction, the average sunshine in October is 5.3h.

UV index

In Gaston Junction, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature, in October, in Gaston Junction, records 62.8°F (17.1°C), while the low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Gaston Junction?

In Gaston Junction, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout October, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gaston Junction have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, 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 in Gaston Junction?

In Gaston Junction, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Gaston Junction, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Gaston Junction, WV

Average temperature in October - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average pressure in October - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average wind speed in October - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average humidity in October - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average rainfall in October - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average snowfall in October - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average UV index in October - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average visibility in October - Gaston Junction, 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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