October weather forecast
Peterstown, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Peterstown, West Virginia, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 63.5°F (17.5°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks October, falling from September's moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C) to a comfortable 63.5°F (17.5°C). In the month of October, the average low-temperature usually rests at a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout October, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Peterstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.3 days and collects up to 23.5" (597mm) 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 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Peterstown, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 13.46" (342mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Peterstown, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

In Peterstown, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Peterstown?

The high-temperature, in October, in Peterstown, records 63.5°F (17.5°C), while the low-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Peterstown?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Peterstown?

In Peterstown, West Virginia, during October, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Peterstown?

October is the first month it typically snows in Peterstown, West Virginia. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October is 11h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Peterstown?

On the first day of October in Peterstown, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Peterstown have in October?

In Peterstown, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Peterstown?

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

Average temperature in October - Peterstown, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Peterstown, WV

Average pressure in October - Peterstown, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Peterstown, WV

Average wind speed in October - Peterstown, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in October
Peterstown, WV

Average humidity in October - Peterstown, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Peterstown, WV

Average rainfall in October - Peterstown, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in October
Peterstown, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Peterstown, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Peterstown, WV

Average snowfall in October - Peterstown, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Peterstown, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Peterstown, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Peterstown, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Peterstown, WV

Average UV index in October - Peterstown, WV
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Peterstown, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Peterstown, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in October
Peterstown, WV

Average visibility in October - Peterstown, WV
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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