October weather forecast
Ridgeley, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Ridgeley, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 62.1°F (16.7°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

The commencement of October involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.1°F (16.7°C). Nighttime temperature in Ridgeley lowers to an average of 43.9°F (6.6°C) in October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ridgeley, in October, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ridgeley, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168 days and collects up to 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ridgeley, West Virginia, are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 13.19" (335mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ridgeley, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Ridgeley is 5.7h.

UV index

In Ridgeley, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Consider this! The reflection from 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 are October temperatures in Ridgeley?

In Ridgeley, in October, the average high-temperature is 62.1°F (16.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Ridgeley?

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How much does it rain in Ridgeley in October?

In Ridgeley, West Virginia, in October, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Ridgeley?

October is the first month it typically snows in Ridgeley, West Virginia. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgeley have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Ridgeley?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ridgeley, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ridgeley have in October?

In Ridgeley, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October in Ridgeley?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Ridgeley, WV

Average temperature in October - Ridgeley, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Ridgeley, WV

Average pressure in October - Ridgeley, 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
Ridgeley, WV

Average wind speed in October - Ridgeley, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Ridgeley, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in October
Ridgeley, WV

Average rainfall in October - Ridgeley, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

Average rainfall days in October
Ridgeley, WV

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ridgeley, WV

Average snowfall in October - Ridgeley, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ridgeley, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Ridgeley, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Ridgeley, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ridgeley, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ridgeley, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Ridgeley, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Ridgeley, WV

Average UV index in October - Ridgeley, 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
Ridgeley, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Ridgeley, WV

Average visibility in October - Ridgeley, 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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