October weather forecast
Defiance, KY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Defiance, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and an average high of 66.4°F (19.1°C).

Temperature

Arrival of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 78.3°F (25.7°C) in September to a comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C). In October, Defiance reports a consistent average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Defiance is 76%.

Rainfall

In Defiance, in October, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Defiance, there are 168.8 rainfall days, and 24.84" (631mm) 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 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Defiance, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.3 days and aggregates up to 11.34" (288mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Defiance, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In Defiance, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Defiance?

The high-temperature in Defiance, Kentucky, during October is 66.4°F (19.1°C) and the low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Defiance?

In October, the average relative humidity in Defiance is 76%.

How much does it rain in Defiance in October?

In Defiance, in October, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Defiance?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Defiance have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Defiance?

On the first day of October in Defiance, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Defiance?

In Defiance, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Defiance?

In Defiance, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Defiance, KY

Average temperature in October - Defiance, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in October
Defiance, KY

Average pressure in October - Defiance, KY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Defiance, KY

Average wind speed in October - Defiance, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in October
Defiance, KY

Average humidity in October - Defiance, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in October
Defiance, KY

Average rainfall in October - Defiance, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in October
Defiance, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Defiance, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Defiance, KY

Average snowfall in October - Defiance, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Defiance, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Defiance, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Defiance, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Defiance, 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: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Defiance, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Defiance, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Defiance, KY

Average UV index in October - Defiance, KY
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Defiance, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Defiance, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Defiance, KY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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