October weather forecast
Wheeler Ridge, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Wheeler Ridge, West Virginia, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.2°F (19°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of October introduces a moderate change in Wheeler Ridge's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from September's warm 78.6°F (25.9°C) to a refreshing 66.2°F (19°C). During October, Wheeler Ridge experiences an average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Wheeler Ridge is 77%.

Rainfall

In Wheeler Ridge, in October, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.3 rainfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Wheeler Ridge, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.5 days and aggregates up to 16.89" (429mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Wheeler Ridge, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Wheeler Ridge, the average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Wheeler Ridge, West Virginia, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk 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:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Wheeler Ridge in October?

During October, Wheeler Ridge experiences an average high-temperature of 66.2°F (19°C) and a low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Wheeler Ridge?

In October, the average relative humidity in Wheeler Ridge is 77%.

How much does it rain in Wheeler Ridge in October?

In Wheeler Ridge, during October, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Wheeler Ridge?

October is the first month it typically snows in Wheeler Ridge, West Virginia. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Wheeler Ridge?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Wheeler Ridge?

On the first day of October in Wheeler Ridge, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Wheeler Ridge?

The average sunshine duration in October in Wheeler Ridge, West Virginia, is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Wheeler Ridge?

In Wheeler Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average temperature in October - Wheeler Ridge, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average pressure in October - Wheeler Ridge, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Wheeler Ridge, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average humidity in October - Wheeler Ridge, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average rainfall in October - Wheeler Ridge, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in October
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Wheeler Ridge, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average snowfall in October - Wheeler Ridge, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Wheeler Ridge, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Wheeler Ridge, 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: 6h and 0min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Wheeler Ridge, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).

Average UV index in October
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average UV index in October - Wheeler Ridge, WV
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Wheeler Ridge, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average visibility in October - Wheeler Ridge, 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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