October weather forecast
Mount Gay, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Mount Gay, West Virginia, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.5°F (18.6°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during October reduces from September's moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C) to a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C). The average low-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) is witnessed during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mount Gay, in October, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mount Gay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.3 days and collects up to 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.9 snowfall days, and 17.48" (444mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of October in Mount Gay, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

In Mount Gay, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Mount Gay, is 65.5°F (18.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

In Mount Gay, during October, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Gay have in October?

In Mount Gay, the average day length in October is 11h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Mount Gay, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Mount Gay, WV

Average temperature in October - Mount Gay, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Mount Gay, WV

Average pressure in October - Mount Gay, 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
Mount Gay, WV

Average wind speed in October - Mount Gay, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in October
Mount Gay, WV

Average humidity in October - Mount Gay, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Mount Gay, WV

Average rainfall in October - Mount Gay, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Mount Gay, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Mount Gay, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mount Gay, WV

Average snowfall in October - Mount Gay, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mount Gay, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Mount Gay, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mount Gay, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mount Gay, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mount Gay, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Mount Gay, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Mount Gay, WV

Average UV index in October - Mount Gay, 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
Mount Gay, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Mount Gay, 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 33).

Average visibility in October
Mount Gay, WV

Average visibility in October - Mount Gay, 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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