October weather forecastGlencairn, KY

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Glencairn, Kentucky, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.3°F (8.5°C) and max 66.4°F (19.1°C).

Temperature

October comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from September's moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C) to an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C). The month of October records an average low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Glencairn, during October, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.3 rainfall days, and 34.33" (872mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Glencairn are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.8 snowfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 13min.
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 7:59 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

In Glencairn, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October leads to these advisories:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in October, in Glencairn, is 66.4°F (19.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

In Glencairn, in October, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EDT.

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

In Glencairn, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Glencairn, KY

  • Average high temperature in October: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Glencairn, KY

  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Glencairn, KY

  • Average wind speed in October: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Glencairn, 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 August (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Glencairn, KY

  • Average rainfall in October: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in October
Glencairn, KY

  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Glencairn, KY

  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Glencairn, 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 June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Glencairn, KY

  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Glencairn, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Glencairn, KY

  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Glencairn, KY

  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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