October weather forecast
Thornton, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Thornton, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.6°F (7°C) and max 62.6°F (17°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from September's moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C) to an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C). During October, the temperature is averaged to a low of 44.6°F (7°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Thornton, in October, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Thornton, there are 184.5 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 31.26" (794mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Thornton, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In Thornton, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Thornton, is 62.6°F (17°C) and the average low-temperature is 44.6°F (7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 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 Thornton, during October, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Thornton have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Thornton?

On the first day of October in Thornton, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Thornton?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Thornton, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°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 (21.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Thornton, WV

Average pressure in October - Thornton, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Thornton, WV

Average wind speed in October - Thornton, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Thornton, WV

Average humidity in October - Thornton, 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 July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Thornton, WV

Average rainfall in October - Thornton, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in October
Thornton, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Thornton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Thornton, WV

Average snowfall in October - Thornton, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Thornton, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Thornton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Thornton, 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 3min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Thornton, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Thornton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Thornton, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Thornton, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Thornton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 45

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
Thornton, WV

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

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

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