October weather forecast
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Weather in October

October, like September, in Hometown, West Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66°F (18.9°C) and an average low of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

Setting in of October comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 79°F (26.1°C) in September to an enjoyable 66°F (18.9°C). Hometown experiences a steady low-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) throughout October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Hometown is 77%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout October, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hometown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.2 days and collects up to 35" (889mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.5 snowfall days, and 17.05" (433mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hometown, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Hometown, the average sunshine in October is 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 radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hometown in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Hometown, is 66°F (18.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 46.8°F (8.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Hometown?

In Hometown, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How much does it rain in Hometown in October?

In October, in Hometown, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout October, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Hometown?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Hometown?

In Hometown, West Virginia, the average day length in October is 11h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Hometown?

On the first day of October in Hometown, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Hometown?

The average sunshine duration in October in Hometown, West Virginia, is 6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Hometown?

In Hometown, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Hometown, WV

Average temperature in October - Hometown, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 66°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 (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in October
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Average pressure in October - Hometown, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
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Average wind speed in October - Hometown, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Hometown, WV

Average humidity in October - Hometown, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in October
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Average rainfall in October - Hometown, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in October
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Average rainfall days in October - Hometown, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
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Average snowfall in October - Hometown, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
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Average snowfall days in October - Hometown, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hometown, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Hometown, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.6 days).

Average UV index in October
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Average UV index in October - Hometown, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
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Average cloud cover in October - Hometown, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
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Average visibility in October - Hometown, 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).

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