October weather forecast
Charleston, KY

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Charleston, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 50.2°F (10.1°C) and max 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

With October's arrival, Charleston sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C) in September to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). Charleston's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 50.2°F (10.1°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Charleston, in October, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Charleston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.1 days and collects up to 12.28" (312mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Charleston.

Daylight

In Charleston, Kentucky, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October in Charleston, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Charleston, the average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Charleston in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Charleston, is 68.5°F (20.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the least humid month in Charleston?

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October in Charleston?

In Charleston, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How much does it rain in Charleston in October?

In October, in Charleston, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout October, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Charleston?

In Charleston, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Charleston in October?

In Charleston, Kentucky, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Charleston have in October?

In October, the average day length in Charleston is 11h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Charleston?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Charleston, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Charleston have in October?

In Charleston, the average sunshine duration in October is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Charleston?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Charleston, Kentucky, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Charleston, KY

Average temperature in October - Charleston, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

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Average pressure in October
Charleston, KY

Average pressure in October - Charleston, KY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Charleston, KY

Average wind speed in October - Charleston, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Charleston, KY

Average humidity in October - Charleston, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Charleston, KY

Average rainfall in October - Charleston, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in October
Charleston, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Charleston, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Charleston, KY

Average snowfall in October - Charleston, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Charleston, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Charleston, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Charleston, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Charleston, KY
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Charleston, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Charleston, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Charleston, KY

Average UV index in October - Charleston, KY
  • 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Charleston, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Charleston, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in October
Charleston, KY

Average visibility in October - Charleston, KY
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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