October weather forecast
Helena, KY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Helena, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 65.3°F (18.5°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

Stepping into October, Helena observes a temperature decline, with the average high falling from September's moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C) to a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). An average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) is anticipated throughout the nights in Helena during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January, September and October are months with the least rain in Helena when the rain falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Helena, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Helena is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of October, in Helena, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Helena, Kentucky, is 6.5h.

UV index

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during October morphs into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Helena?

In Helena, in October, the average high-temperature is 65.3°F (18.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Helena?

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

What is the driest month in Helena?

The months with the least rainfall in Helena, Kentucky, are January, September and October Rain falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Helena in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout October, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Helena?

October is the first month it typically snows in Helena, Kentucky. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Helena?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Helena?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Helena have in October?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Helena?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Helena, Kentucky, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Helena, KY

Average temperature in October - Helena, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.3°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 (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Helena, KY

Average pressure in October - Helena, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Helena, KY

Average wind speed in October - Helena, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Helena, KY

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

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

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Average rainfall in October
Helena, KY

Average rainfall in October - Helena, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, September and October (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in October
Helena, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Helena, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Helena, KY

Average snowfall in October - Helena, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Helena, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Helena, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Helena, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Helena, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Helena, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Helena, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Helena, KY

Average UV index in October - Helena, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Helena, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Helena, 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 29).

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Average visibility in October
Helena, KY

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

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

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