October weather forecast
Powhatan, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Powhatan, West Virginia, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 45.1°F (7.3°C) and max 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Temperature

In Powhatan, the beginning of October is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from September's moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C) to a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C). Throughout October, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Powhatan, during October, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.5 rainfall days, and 29.41" (747mm) 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 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Powhatan, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.6 days and aggregates up to 20" (508mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Powhatan, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In Powhatan, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During October, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, in Powhatan, the average high-temperature is 64.2°F (17.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Powhatan?

In Powhatan, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Powhatan, in October, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Powhatan have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Powhatan have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Powhatan is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Powhatan, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Powhatan, WV

Average temperature in October - Powhatan, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in October
Powhatan, WV

Average pressure in October - Powhatan, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.07"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
Powhatan, WV

Average wind speed in October - Powhatan, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Powhatan, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in October
Powhatan, WV

Average rainfall in October - Powhatan, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in October
Powhatan, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Powhatan, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Powhatan, WV

Average snowfall in October - Powhatan, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Powhatan, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Powhatan, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Powhatan, 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: 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: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Powhatan, WV

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Powhatan, WV

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

Average cloud cover in October
Powhatan, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Powhatan, WV

Average visibility in October - Powhatan, 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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