October weather forecast
Short Creek, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Short Creek, West Virginia, is another enjoyable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average high of 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from September's warm 75.2°F (24°C) to an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C). Short Creek, in October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Short Creek, in October, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147 rainfall days, and 19.57" (497mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Short Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.4 days and aggregates up to 9.96" (253mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Short Creek is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In Short Creek, 62.2°F (16.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 45°F (7.2°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Short Creek, in October, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows in Short Creek. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Short Creek have in October?

In Short Creek, the average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Short Creek, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Short Creek have in October?

In Short Creek, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Short Creek, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Short Creek, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Short Creek, WV

Average pressure in October - Short Creek, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"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
Short Creek, WV

Average wind speed in October - Short Creek, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Short Creek, WV

Average humidity in October - Short Creek, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Short Creek, WV

Average rainfall in October - Short Creek, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in October
Short Creek, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Short Creek, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Short Creek, WV

Average snowfall in October - Short Creek, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Short Creek, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Short Creek, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Short Creek, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Short Creek, WV
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Short Creek, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Short Creek, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Short Creek, WV

Average UV index in October - Short Creek, WV
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Short Creek, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Short Creek, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

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
Short Creek, WV

Average visibility in October - Short Creek, WV
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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