Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
With October's arrival, Salem sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a warm 76.8°F (24.9°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.3°F (17.4°C). Throughout the month of October, Salem witnesses an average low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 79%.Rainfall
In Salem, in October, during 15 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 186.8 rainfall days, and 38.7" (983mm) 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 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.9 days and aggregates up to 29.41" (747mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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How many hours of sunshine does Salem have in October?
What is the UV index intensity in October?
Average temperature in October
Salem, WV
- Average high temperature in October: 63.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).
Average pressure in October
Salem, 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
Salem, WV
- Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in October
Salem, WV
- Average humidity in October: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (77%).
Average rainfall in October
Salem, WV
- Average rainfall in October: 3.15"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").
Average rainfall days in October
Salem, WV
- Average rainfall days in October: 15 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Salem, WV
- Average snowfall in October: 1.1"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Salem, WV
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Salem, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Salem, WV
- Average sunshine days in October: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).
Average UV index in October
Salem, 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
Salem, WV
- Average cloud cover in October: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in October
Salem, WV
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
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