October weather forecast
Elkfork, KY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Elkfork, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 66°F (18.9°C) and 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

Transition into October marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 79°F (26.1°C) in September to a comfortable 66°F (18.9°C). In Elkfork, the expected average low-temperature for October is a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Elkfork, in October, during 12.4 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elkfork, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Elkfork. October is the first month it typically snows in Elkfork. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elkfork, Kentucky, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 12.48" (317mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elkfork, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Elkfork is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Elkfork is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Elkfork?

Elkfork in October has an average high-temperature of 66°F (18.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Elkfork?

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

How much does it rain in Elkfork in October?

In Elkfork, Kentucky, in October, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Elkfork?

October is the first month it typically snows in Elkfork, Kentucky. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elkfork have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Elkfork?

On the first day of October in Elkfork, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Elkfork?

In Elkfork, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Elkfork?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Elkfork, KY

Average temperature in October - Elkfork, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Elkfork, KY

Average pressure in October - Elkfork, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Elkfork, KY

Average wind speed in October - Elkfork, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Elkfork, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in October
Elkfork, KY

Average rainfall in October - Elkfork, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in October
Elkfork, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Elkfork, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Elkfork, KY

Average snowfall in October - Elkfork, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Elkfork, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Elkfork, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Elkfork, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Elkfork, KY

Average UV index in October - Elkfork, 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
Elkfork, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Elkfork, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in October
Elkfork, KY

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

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

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