October weather forecast
Rita, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Rita, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 46.8°F (8.2°C) and max 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Temperature

Rita in October experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C) in September to a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C). In Rita, in October, the average low-temperature is a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Rita, during October, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Rita, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.3 days and collects up to 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.9 snowfall days, and 17.48" (444mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Rita is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Rita, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Rita, is 65.5°F (18.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout October, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is 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 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rita have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in October in Rita?

In Rita, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index 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
Rita, WV

Average temperature in October - Rita, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Rita, WV

Average pressure in October - Rita, 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
Rita, WV

Average wind speed in October - Rita, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.9mph

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 (4mph).

Average humidity in October
Rita, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in October
Rita, WV

Average rainfall in October - Rita, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Rita, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Rita, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rita, WV

Average snowfall in October - Rita, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rita, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rita, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rita, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Rita, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Rita, WV

Average UV index in October - Rita, 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
Rita, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Rita, 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
Rita, WV

Average visibility in October - Rita, 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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