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
As September shifts into October, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) to an enjoyable 63°F (17.2°C). The nights of October anticipate an average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 79%, October is the most humid month.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout October, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shanks, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166 days and collects up to 25.83" (656mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Shanks, West Virginia. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Shanks, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.2 days and aggregates up to 16.5" (419mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 9min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.8h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Shanks, West Virginia, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Average temperature in October
Shanks, WV
- Average high temperature in October: 63°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 44.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Shanks, WV
- Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Shanks, WV
- Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in October
Shanks, WV
- Average humidity in October: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).
Average rainfall in October
Shanks, WV
- Average rainfall in October: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.73").
Average rainfall days in October
Shanks, WV
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in October
Shanks, WV
- Average snowfall in October: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Shanks, WV
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Shanks, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Shanks, WV
- Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).
Average UV index in October
Shanks, WV
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Shanks, WV
- Average cloud cover in October: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in October
Shanks, WV
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August, September and October (5mi).
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