October weather forecastDorton Branch, KY
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Dorton Branch, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 66.7°F (19.3°C) and min 46.6°F (8.1°C).Temperature
As October arrives, Dorton Branch's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from September's warm 78.4°F (25.8°C) to a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C). Throughout October, an average nighttime temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) is experienced in Dorton Branch.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Dorton Branch, in October, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dorton Branch, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.5 days and collects up to 40.24" (1022mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Dorton Branch. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Dorton Branch, during the entire year, snow falls for 32 days and aggregates up to 14.17" (360mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 14min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Dorton Branch, Kentucky, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Dorton Branch, KY
- Average high temperature in October: 66.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 46.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Dorton Branch, 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).
Average wind speed in October
Dorton Branch, KY
- Average wind speed in October: 4.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Dorton Branch, KY
- Average humidity in October: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August, September and November (77%).
Average rainfall in October
Dorton Branch, KY
- Average rainfall in October: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").
Average rainfall days in October
Dorton Branch, KY
- Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Dorton Branch, KY
- Average snowfall in October: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Dorton Branch, KY
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Dorton Branch, KY
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Dorton Branch, KY
- Average sunshine days in October: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).
Average UV index in October
Dorton Branch, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Dorton Branch, KY
- Average cloud cover in October: 37
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in October
Dorton Branch, KY
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
