October weather forecast
Slab Fork, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Slab Fork, West Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.9°F (6.6°C) and max 62.6°F (17°C).

Temperature

The transition into October is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C). Slab Fork in October experiences a low-temperature average of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Slab Fork, in October, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Slab Fork, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.8 days and collects up to 36.54" (928mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Slab Fork. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.18" (30mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Slab Fork, there are 60.8 snowfall days, and 39.41" (1001mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Slab Fork, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
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 6:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Slab Fork in October?

In Slab Fork, in October, the average high-temperature is 62.6°F (17°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In Slab Fork, in October, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Slab Fork, West Virginia, 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 7:21 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Slab Fork, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Slab Fork, WV

Average temperature in October - Slab Fork, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Slab Fork, WV

Average pressure in October - Slab Fork, 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
Slab Fork, WV

Average wind speed in October - Slab Fork, 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 (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Slab Fork, WV

Average humidity in October - Slab Fork, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

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

Average rainfall in October
Slab Fork, WV

Average rainfall in October - Slab Fork, 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 (1.89").

Average rainfall days in October
Slab Fork, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Slab Fork, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Slab Fork, WV

Average snowfall in October - Slab Fork, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
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Average snowfall days in October - Slab Fork, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Slab Fork, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Slab Fork, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Slab Fork, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Slab Fork, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7 days).

Average UV index in October
Slab Fork, WV

Average UV index in October - Slab Fork, WV
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
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Average cloud cover in October - Slab Fork, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
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Average visibility in October - Slab Fork, WV
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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