October weather forecast
Sandstone, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Sandstone, West Virginia, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 62.2°F (16.8°C) and min 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

October suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a warm 74.5°F (23.6°C) in September to a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C). Throughout the month of October, Sandstone expects an average low of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sandstone, in October, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sandstone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.3 days and collects up to 25.35" (644mm) 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 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Sandstone, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.1 days and aggregates up to 14.61" (371mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

In Sandstone, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Sandstone?

In Sandstone, in October, the average high-temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In Sandstone, in October, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Sandstone, the average day length in October is 11h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index 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
Sandstone, WV

Average temperature in October - Sandstone, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Sandstone, WV

Average pressure in October - Sandstone, 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
Sandstone, WV

Average wind speed in October - Sandstone, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in October
Sandstone, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Sandstone, WV

Average rainfall in October - Sandstone, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in October
Sandstone, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Sandstone, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sandstone, WV

Average snowfall in October - Sandstone, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sandstone, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sandstone, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Sandstone, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in October
Sandstone, WV

Average UV index in October - Sandstone, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Sandstone, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Sandstone, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in October
Sandstone, WV

Average visibility in October - Sandstone, WV
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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