October weather forecast
Hanover, WV

Share

Weather in October

October, like September, in Hanover, West Virginia, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 45.1°F (7.3°C) and max 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during October reduces from September's moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C) to a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C). During the nights in October, Hanover experiences a consistent average temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

In Hanover, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In October, in Hanover, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout October, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hanover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.5 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) 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 0.9 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

In Hanover, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Hanover, 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. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout October, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

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 Hanover have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hanover have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Hanover, WV

Average temperature in October - Hanover, 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
Hanover, WV

Average pressure in October - Hanover, 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
Hanover, WV

Average wind speed in October - Hanover, 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
Hanover, WV

Average humidity in October - Hanover, 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
Hanover, WV

Average rainfall in October - Hanover, 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
Hanover, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Hanover, 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
Hanover, WV

Average snowfall in October - Hanover, 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
Hanover, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Hanover, 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
Hanover, WV

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

Average sunshine days in October - Hanover, 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
Hanover, WV

Average UV index in October - Hanover, 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
Hanover, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Hanover, 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
Hanover, WV

Average visibility in October - Hanover, 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).

Hanover, West Virginia, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location