October weather forecast
Rock Creek, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Rock Creek, West Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 45°F (7.2°C) and 63.9°F (17.7°C).

Temperature

In the transition to October, Rock Creek observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 76.5°F (24.7°C) in September to a refreshing 63.9°F (17.7°C). Rock Creek throughout October, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Rock Creek, in October, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rock Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.9 days and collects up to 16.46" (418mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.3 snowfall days, and 8.66" (220mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of October, in Rock Creek, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Rock Creek, the average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October leads to these advisories:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 63.9°F (17.7°C) and 45°F (7.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Rock Creek, West Virginia, in October, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Rock Creek?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Rock Creek, WV

Average temperature in October - Rock Creek, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.9°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 (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Rock Creek, WV

Average pressure in October - Rock Creek, 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
Rock Creek, WV

Average wind speed in October - Rock Creek, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Rock Creek, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Rock Creek, WV

Average rainfall in October - Rock Creek, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in October
Rock Creek, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Rock Creek, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rock Creek, WV

Average snowfall in October - Rock Creek, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rock Creek, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Rock Creek, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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 Creek, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rock Creek, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rock Creek, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Rock Creek, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Rock Creek, WV

Average UV index in October - Rock Creek, 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
Rock Creek, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Rock Creek, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Rock Creek, WV

Average visibility in October - Rock Creek, 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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