October weather forecastMay, KY
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in May, Kentucky, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 65.5°F (18.6°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).Temperature
May in October experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a warm 77.2°F (25.1°C) in September to a refreshing 65.5°F (18.6°C). An average temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) is recorded during the nights in October.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout October, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 195.8 rainfall days, and 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.6 snowfall days, and 19.29" (490mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 6.3h.UV index
In May, 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 daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
May, KY
- Average high temperature in October: 65.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 46°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).
Average pressure in October
May, 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 (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
May, KY
- Average wind speed in October: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in October
May, KY
- Average humidity in October: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in October
May, KY
- Average rainfall in October: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").
Average rainfall days in October
May, KY
- Average rainfall days in October: 14.5 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).
Average snowfall in October
May, KY
- Average snowfall in October: 0.83"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
May, KY
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
May, 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
May, KY
- Average sunshine days in October: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8 days).
Average UV index in October
May, KY
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
May, KY
- Average cloud cover in October: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in October
May, KY
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
