October weather forecast
Ottawa, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Ottawa, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 65.3°F (18.5°C) and min 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

The start of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a warm 77.9°F (25.5°C) in September to an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C). During October, Ottawa records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Ottawa is 78%.

Rainfall

In Ottawa, West Virginia, during October, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 183.9 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Ottawa, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.7 days and aggregates up to 19.45" (494mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 12min.
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 7:52 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

In Ottawa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in Ottawa, records 65.3°F (18.5°C), while the low-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Ottawa, during October, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

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 Ottawa have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Ottawa?

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 7:52 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ottawa have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ottawa, WV

Average temperature in October - Ottawa, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.3°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 (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Ottawa, WV

Average pressure in October - Ottawa, 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
Ottawa, WV

Average wind speed in October - Ottawa, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in October
Ottawa, WV

Average humidity in October - Ottawa, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

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

Average rainfall in October
Ottawa, WV

Average rainfall in October - Ottawa, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in October
Ottawa, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Ottawa, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ottawa, WV

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ottawa, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Ottawa, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ottawa, 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 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: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ottawa, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Ottawa, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Ottawa, WV

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

Average cloud cover in October
Ottawa, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Ottawa, WV

Average visibility in October - Ottawa, 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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