October weather forecast
Rock Cave, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Rock Cave, West Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 62.6°F (17°C) and 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) in September to a comfortable 62.6°F (17°C). During October, the temperature is averaged to a low of 44.6°F (7°C) at night.

Humidity

In Rock Cave, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Rock Cave, during October, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 187.8 rainfall days, and 38.07" (967mm) 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 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.5" (38mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.1 snowfall days, and 37.83" (961mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rock Cave, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

In Rock Cave, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during October morphs into the following directions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

Rock Cave in October has an average high-temperature of 62.6°F (17°C) and an average low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Rock Cave, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Rock Cave, during October, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Rock Cave, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rock Cave have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Rock Cave, WV

Average temperature in October - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°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 (22.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Rock Cave, WV

Average pressure in October - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Rock Cave, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Rock Cave, WV

Average humidity in October - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Rock Cave, WV

Average rainfall in October - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in October
Rock Cave, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rock Cave, WV

Average snowfall in October - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rock Cave, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Rock Cave, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rock Cave, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rock Cave, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Rock Cave, WV

Average UV index in October - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Rock Cave, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Rock Cave, WV

Average visibility in October - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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