October weather forecast
Harpers Ferry, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 65.1°F (18.4°C) and min 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

Harpers Ferry's weather changes with the onset of October, slightly falling from a moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C) in September to an enjoyable 65.1°F (18.4°C). Harpers Ferry's average low-temperature for the month of October records at a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Humidity

October is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Harpers Ferry, in October, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.3 rainfall days, and 29.84" (758mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Harpers Ferry, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During October, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

Harpers Ferry in October has an average high-temperature of 65.1°F (18.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 79%, October is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, during October, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Harpers Ferry?

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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average temperature in October - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in October
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Average pressure in October - Harpers Ferry, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average wind speed in October - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in October
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Average humidity in October - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average rainfall in October - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in October
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Average rainfall days in October - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average snowfall in October - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
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Average snowfall days in October - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
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Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Harpers Ferry, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
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Average UV index in October - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
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Average cloud cover in October - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
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Average visibility in October - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September, October and December (5mi).

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