October weather forecast
Shelton, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Shelton, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 64°F (17.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to an enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C) from a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Shelton, during October, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Shelton, West Virginia, there are 193.3 rainfall days, and 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Shelton. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Shelton, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.1 days and aggregates up to 22.2" (564mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Shelton, West Virginia, is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Shelton?

October temperatures in Shelton vary between a high-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) and a low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Shelton?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Shelton?

In Shelton, in October, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Shelton?

October is the first month it typically snows in Shelton. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shelton have in October?

In October, the average day length in Shelton, West Virginia, is 11h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Shelton?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Shelton?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Shelton?

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

Average temperature in October - Shelton, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 64°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 (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Shelton, WV

Average pressure in October - Shelton, 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
Shelton, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Shelton, WV

Average humidity in October - Shelton, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

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

Average rainfall in October
Shelton, WV

Average rainfall in October - Shelton, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Shelton, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Shelton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Shelton, WV

Average snowfall in October - Shelton, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Shelton, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Shelton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Shelton, 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 5min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Shelton, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Shelton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Shelton, WV

Average UV index in October - Shelton, WV
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Shelton, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Shelton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Shelton, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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