October weather forecast
Ghent, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Ghent, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average high of 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during October reduces from September's moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C) to a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C). October brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Ghent, in October, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ghent, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.1 days and collects up to 33.62" (854mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ghent. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Ghent, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.6 days and aggregates up to 40.2" (1021mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Ghent is 5.8h.

UV index

In Ghent, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Ghent, 62.4°F (16.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 43.5°F (6.4°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, in Ghent, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout October, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ghent have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Ghent is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Ghent, WV

Average temperature in October - Ghent, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Ghent, WV

Average pressure in October - Ghent, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Ghent, WV

Average wind speed in October - Ghent, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Ghent, WV

Average humidity in October - Ghent, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Ghent, WV

Average rainfall in October - Ghent, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.72"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in October
Ghent, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Ghent, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ghent, WV

Average snowfall in October - Ghent, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ghent, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Ghent, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ghent, 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: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ghent, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Ghent, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Ghent, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Ghent, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Ghent, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in October
Ghent, WV

Average visibility in October - Ghent, WV
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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