October weather forecast
Powell, WV

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Weather in October

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

Temperature

Setting in of October comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C). Powell's temperature lowers to a mean of 45.1°F (7.3°C) during the nights in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Powell, during October, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.4 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Powell, 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 Powell, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Powell is 5.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Powell?

The high-temperature, in October, in Powell, is 62.8°F (17.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 45.1°F (7.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Powell?

The average relative humidity in October in Powell, West Virginia, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October in Powell?

In October, in Powell, West Virginia, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout October, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Powell?

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

What is the average length of the day in October in Powell?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Powell?

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 many hours of sunshine does Powell have in October?

In Powell, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Powell?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Powell, West Virginia, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Powell, WV

Average temperature in October - Powell, 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
Powell, WV

Average pressure in October - Powell, 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
Powell, WV

Average wind speed in October - Powell, 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
Powell, WV

Average humidity in October - Powell, 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
Powell, WV

Average rainfall in October - Powell, 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
Powell, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Powell, 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
Powell, WV

Average snowfall in October - Powell, 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
Powell, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Powell, 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
Powell, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Powell, 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
Powell, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Powell, 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
Powell, WV

Average UV index in October - Powell, 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
Powell, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Powell, 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
Powell, WV

Average visibility in October - Powell, 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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