October weather forecast
Petroleum, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Petroleum, West Virginia, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 64°F (17.8°C).

Temperature

Welcoming October, Petroleum observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's moderately hot 77.4°F (25.2°C) to a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C). Petroleum's nights in October cool down to an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Petroleum is 79%.

Rainfall

In Petroleum, in October, during 14.2 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Petroleum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.2 days and collects up to 37.13" (943mm) 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 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Petroleum, there are 51.4 snowfall days, and 21.81" (554mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Petroleum, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Petroleum is 5.7h.

UV index

In Petroleum, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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 Petroleum in October?

October temperatures in Petroleum vary between a high-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) and a low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Petroleum?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Petroleum?

In Petroleum, West Virginia, in October, during 14.2 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Petroleum?

October is the first month it typically snows in Petroleum. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October in Petroleum is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Petroleum?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Petroleum, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Petroleum?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Petroleum?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Petroleum is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Petroleum, WV

Average temperature in October - Petroleum, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 64°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Petroleum, WV

Average pressure in October - Petroleum, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Petroleum, WV

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

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
Petroleum, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Petroleum, WV

Average rainfall in October - Petroleum, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in October
Petroleum, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Petroleum, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Petroleum, WV

Average snowfall in October - Petroleum, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Petroleum, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Petroleum, WV
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Petroleum, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Petroleum, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Petroleum, WV

Average UV index in October - Petroleum, 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
Petroleum, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Petroleum, WV

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

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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