October weather forecast
Thornton Gap, KY

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Thornton Gap, Kentucky, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.5°F (18.6°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

Arrival of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 77.2°F (25.1°C) in September to a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C). Throughout October, the temperature falls to an average low of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

In Thornton Gap, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Thornton Gap, in October, during 14.5 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Thornton Gap, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 195.8 days and collects up to 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Thornton Gap 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. In Thornton Gap, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.6 days and aggregates up to 19.29" (490mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Thornton Gap is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of October, in Thornton Gap, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Thornton Gap?

In October, in Thornton Gap, the average high-temperature is 65.5°F (18.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Thornton Gap?

In October, the average relative humidity in Thornton Gap is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October in Thornton Gap?

In October, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout October, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Thornton Gap?

October is the first month it typically snows in Thornton Gap. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Thornton Gap?

The average day length in October in Thornton Gap is 11h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Thornton Gap?

On the first day of October in Thornton Gap, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Thornton Gap have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Thornton Gap is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Thornton Gap?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate 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
Thornton Gap, KY

Average temperature in October - Thornton Gap, 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).

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Average pressure in October
Thornton Gap, KY

Average pressure in October - Thornton Gap, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Thornton Gap, KY

Average wind speed in October - Thornton Gap, 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).

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Average humidity in October
Thornton Gap, KY

Average humidity in October - Thornton Gap, 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%).

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Average rainfall in October
Thornton Gap, KY

Average rainfall in October - Thornton Gap, 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").

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Average rainfall days in October
Thornton Gap, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Thornton Gap, 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).

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Average snowfall in October
Thornton Gap, KY

Average snowfall in October - Thornton Gap, 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").

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Average snowfall days in October
Thornton Gap, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Thornton Gap, 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).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Thornton Gap, KY

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

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in October
Thornton Gap, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Thornton Gap, 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).

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Average UV index in October
Thornton Gap, KY

Average UV index in October - Thornton Gap, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Thornton Gap, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Thornton Gap, 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).

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Average visibility in October
Thornton Gap, KY

Average visibility in October - Thornton Gap, 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).

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