October weather forecast
Shelbyville, KY

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Weather in October

October solidly submits to fall in Shelbyville, Kentucky. The weather echoes the season's change with temperatures further dipping from September. Sunny days start to give way to increased cloud cover, decreasing exposure to sunlight. After several dry months, October reintroduces the potential of snowfall, albeit minimal. With autumn leaves shedding, Shelbyville embarks on its journey towards the closing of the year.

Temperature

The arrival of October in Shelbyville corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's warm 79.2°F (26.2°C) to an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C). An average minimum temperature of 48.2°F (9°C) marks the month of October in Shelbyville.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Shelbyville are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Shelbyville, in October, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.4 rainfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Shelbyville, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Shelbyville is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 6:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shelbyville in October?

In October, in Shelbyville, the average high-temperature is 66.2°F (19°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the least humid month in Shelbyville?

August through October, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months in Shelbyville.

What is the average humidity in October in Shelbyville?

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How much does it rain in Shelbyville in October?

In Shelbyville, during October, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Shelbyville?

In Shelbyville, Kentucky, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Shelbyville in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Shelbyville have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Shelbyville?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 6:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shelbyville have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Shelbyville?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Shelbyville, Kentucky, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Shelbyville, KY

Average temperature in October - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Shelbyville, KY

Average pressure in October - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Shelbyville, KY

Average wind speed in October - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Shelbyville, KY

Average humidity in October - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

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

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Average rainfall in October
Shelbyville, KY

Average rainfall in October - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in October
Shelbyville, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Shelbyville, KY

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

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Shelbyville, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Shelbyville, 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 5min

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

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Average sunshine days in October
Shelbyville, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Shelbyville, KY

Average UV index in October - Shelbyville, 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
Shelbyville, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in October
Shelbyville, KY

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

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

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