October weather forecast
Piedmont, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Piedmont, West Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43°F (6.1°C) and an average high of 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Temperature

The beginning of October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C) in September to a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C). Piedmont records an average low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

In Piedmont, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Piedmont, in October, during 13.4 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 184.1 rainfall days, and 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall 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 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Piedmont, there are 45.5 snowfall days, and 20.67" (525mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Piedmont, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Piedmont, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

During October, Piedmont experiences an average high-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C) and a low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout October, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Piedmont, the average day length in October is 11h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Piedmont, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43°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 (20.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Piedmont, WV

Average pressure in October - Piedmont, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Piedmont, WV

Average wind speed in October - Piedmont, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Piedmont, WV

Average humidity in October - Piedmont, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

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

Average rainfall in October
Piedmont, WV

Average rainfall in October - Piedmont, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in October
Piedmont, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Piedmont, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Piedmont, WV

Average snowfall in October - Piedmont, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Piedmont, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Piedmont, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Piedmont, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Piedmont, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Piedmont, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Piedmont, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Piedmont, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Piedmont, WV

Average visibility in October - Piedmont, 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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