October weather forecast
Ranger, WV

Share

Weather in October

October, like September, in Ranger, West Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 66.2°F (19°C).

Temperature

In the transition to October, Ranger observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C) in September to an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C). An average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) is recorded in the month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In Ranger, in October, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ranger, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.7 days and collects up to 26.57" (675mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, 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 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ranger, there are 38.3 snowfall days, and 14.53" (369mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Ranger, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Ranger?

In Ranger, 66.2°F (19°C) is the average high-temperature and 46.9°F (8.3°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Ranger, in October, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ranger have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ranger have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Ranger, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Ranger, WV

Average temperature in October - Ranger, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°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 (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Ranger, WV

Average pressure in October - Ranger, 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
Ranger, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Ranger, WV

Average humidity in October - Ranger, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Ranger, WV

Average rainfall in October - Ranger, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in October
Ranger, WV

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ranger, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ranger, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ranger, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

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
Ranger, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Ranger, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Ranger, WV

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

Average cloud cover in October
Ranger, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Ranger, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Ranger, WV

Average visibility in October - Ranger, 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).

Ranger, West Virginia, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location