October weather forecast
Baxter, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Baxter, West Virginia, is another comfortable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and an average low of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C). Baxter records a mean low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Baxter, in October, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Baxter, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.4 days and collects up to 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Baxter, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.4 days and aggregates up to 29.09" (739mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Baxter, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of October, in Baxter, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Baxter is 5.3h.

UV index

In Baxter, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Baxter?

Baxter in October has an average high-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Baxter?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Baxter?

In Baxter, in October, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Baxter?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Baxter have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Baxter?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Baxter?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Baxter, West Virginia, is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Baxter?

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

Average temperature in October - Baxter, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Baxter, WV

Average pressure in October - Baxter, 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
Baxter, WV

Average wind speed in October - Baxter, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Baxter, WV

Average humidity in October - Baxter, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Baxter, WV

Average rainfall in October - Baxter, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in October
Baxter, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Baxter, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Baxter, WV

Average snowfall in October - Baxter, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Baxter, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Baxter, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 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
Baxter, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Baxter, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Baxter, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Baxter, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Baxter, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and 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
Baxter, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Baxter, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Baxter, WV

Average visibility in October - Baxter, 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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