October weather forecast
Hickory, KY

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Hickory, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 69.4°F (20.8°C) and min 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

October suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a moderately hot 81.7°F (27.6°C) in September to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). During October, Hickory records an average temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) at night.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Hickory, in October, during 11.4 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hickory, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.3 days and collects up to 42.01" (1067mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.8h.

UV index

In Hickory, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in October leads to these recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Hickory?

The high-temperature, in October, in Hickory, is 69.4°F (20.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 51.1°F (10.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Hickory?

October is the least humid month in Hickory, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in October in Hickory?

In October, the average relative humidity in Hickory is 70%.

How much does it rain in Hickory in October?

In Hickory, Kentucky, in October, during 11.4 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Hickory?

May through October are months without snowfall in Hickory, Kentucky.

Does it snow in Hickory in October?

In Hickory, Kentucky, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

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

In Hickory, the average day length in October is 11h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Hickory?

On the first day of October in Hickory, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Hickory?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in October in Hickory?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Hickory is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Hickory, KY

Average temperature in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Hickory, KY

Average pressure in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Hickory, KY

Average wind speed in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Hickory, KY

Average humidity in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Hickory, KY

Average rainfall in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in October
Hickory, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Hickory, KY

Average snowfall in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Hickory, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Hickory, KY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Hickory, KY

Average UV index in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average UV index in October: 4

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
Hickory, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Hickory, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in October
Hickory, KY

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

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

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