October weather forecast
Porter, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Porter, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 46.9°F (8.3°C) and max 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of October involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C) in September to a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C). During October, an average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) is observed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Porter, in October, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Porter, there are 180.4 rainfall days, and 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 11min.
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 7:51 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Porter, West Virginia, the average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Porter in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 65.3°F (18.5°C) and a low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Porter, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Porter, in October, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows in Porter, West Virginia. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Porter have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

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 7:51 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Porter have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Porter is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Porter, WV

Average temperature in October - Porter, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Porter, WV

Average pressure in October - Porter, 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
Porter, WV

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

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

Average humidity in October
Porter, WV

Average humidity in October - Porter, 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, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Porter, WV

Average rainfall in October - Porter, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in October
Porter, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Porter, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in October
Porter, WV

Average snowfall in October - Porter, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Porter, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Porter, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Porter, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Porter, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Porter, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Porter, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Porter, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Porter, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

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
Porter, WV

Average visibility in October - Porter, 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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