October weather forecast
Shinnston, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Shinnston, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and an average high of 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Temperature

A shift in Shinnston's weather is observed as September turns into October, with the average high temperature reducing from a moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) to a refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C). An average low-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C) is noted during the nights in October.

Humidity

In Shinnston, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Shinnston, during October, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 189.1 rainfall days, and 37.83" (961mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Shinnston, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.9 days and aggregates up to 28.82" (732mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shinnston in October?

Shinnston in October has an average high-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Shinnston, West Virginia, in October, during 14.8 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shinnston have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Shinnston, WV

Average temperature in October - Shinnston, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.3°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 (22.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Shinnston, WV

Average pressure in October - Shinnston, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"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
Shinnston, WV

Average wind speed in October - Shinnston, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph

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
Shinnston, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Shinnston, WV

Average rainfall in October - Shinnston, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in October
Shinnston, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Shinnston, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Shinnston, WV

Average snowfall in October - Shinnston, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Shinnston, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Shinnston, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Shinnston, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Shinnston, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Shinnston, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Shinnston, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Shinnston, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Shinnston, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Shinnston, WV

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

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

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