October weather forecast
Whetstone, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Whetstone, West Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 62.2°F (16.8°C) and min 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

Start of October brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C) to a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C). Throughout October, Whetstone records an average temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Whetstone, during October, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Whetstone, there are 190.3 rainfall days, and 36.93" (938mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Whetstone are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.38" (35mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 60.4 snowfall days, and 38.62" (981mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Whetstone, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Whetstone in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Whetstone, is 62.2°F (16.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 44.2°F (6.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Whetstone?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Whetstone?

In October, in Whetstone, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout October, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Whetstone?

October is the first month it typically snows in Whetstone, West Virginia. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Whetstone have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Whetstone?

On the first day of October in Whetstone, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Whetstone have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Whetstone?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Whetstone, West Virginia, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average temperature in October
Whetstone, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Whetstone, WV

Average pressure in October - Whetstone, 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
Whetstone, WV

Average wind speed in October - Whetstone, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Whetstone, WV

Average humidity in October - Whetstone, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Whetstone, WV

Average rainfall in October - Whetstone, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in October
Whetstone, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Whetstone, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Whetstone, WV

Average snowfall in October - Whetstone, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Whetstone, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Whetstone, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Whetstone, 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: 5h and 5min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Whetstone, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Whetstone, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Whetstone, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Whetstone, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Whetstone, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Whetstone, WV

Average visibility in October - Whetstone, 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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