October weather forecastSmithfield, KY
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in Smithfield, Kentucky, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and an average high of 65.8°F (18.8°C).Temperature
October's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from September's warm 79°F (26.1°C) to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). An average temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) is recorded during the nights in October.Humidity
August through October, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Smithfield, during October, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147.9 rainfall days, and 23.98" (609mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Smithfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.8 days and aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day 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, in Smithfield, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:42 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Smithfield, KY
- Average high temperature in October: 65.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Smithfield, KY
- Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Smithfield, 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).
Average humidity in October
Smithfield, KY
- Average humidity in October: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).
Average rainfall in October
Smithfield, KY
- Average rainfall in October: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").
Average rainfall days in October
Smithfield, KY
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Smithfield, KY
- Average snowfall in October: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Smithfield, KY
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Smithfield, KY
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Smithfield, KY
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).
Average UV index in October
Smithfield, KY
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Smithfield, KY
- Average cloud cover in October: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in October
Smithfield, 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).
