October weather forecast
Mount Zion, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Mount Zion, West Virginia, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 65.1°F (18.4°C) and min 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 77.9°F (25.5°C) in September to a refreshing 65.1°F (18.4°C). Throughout October, the nighttime temperature averages to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mount Zion, during October, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 186.1 rainfall days, and 36.3" (922mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mount Zion are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Mount Zion, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 65.1°F (18.4°C) and a low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout October, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

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

In Mount Zion, the average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Mount Zion, WV

Average pressure in October - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"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
Mount Zion, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Mount Zion, WV

Average humidity in October - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Mount Zion, WV

Average rainfall in October - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in October
Mount Zion, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mount Zion, WV

Average snowfall in October - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mount Zion, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 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 Zion, WV

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mount Zion, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Mount Zion, WV

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

Average cloud cover in October - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Mount Zion, WV

Average visibility in October - Mount Zion, 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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