October weather forecast
Handley, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Handley, West Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64°F (17.8°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

With October's arrival, Handley's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C) in September to a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C). During October, the average low-temperature is a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Handley, in October, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 193.3 rainfall days, and 35.98" (914mm) 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 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Handley, there are 45.1 snowfall days, and 22.2" (564mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Handley is 5.9h.

UV index

In Handley, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Handley in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Handley, is 64°F (17.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°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 estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Handley, in October, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Handley have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Handley have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Handley, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 64°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Handley, WV

Average pressure in October - Handley, 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
Handley, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Handley, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Handley, WV

Average rainfall in October - Handley, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Handley, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Handley, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Handley, WV

Average snowfall in October - Handley, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Handley, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Handley, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Handley, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Handley, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Handley, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Handley, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Handley, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Handley, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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