October weather forecast
West Prestonsburg, KY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in West Prestonsburg, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 67.1°F (19.5°C) and min 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from September's moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C) to an enjoyable 67.1°F (19.5°C). West Prestonsburg, in October, observes a steady average low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in West Prestonsburg is 76%.

Rainfall

In West Prestonsburg, in October, during 12.9 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Prestonsburg, there are 181.8 rainfall days, and 33.43" (849mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in West Prestonsburg. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In West Prestonsburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.7 days and aggregates up to 14.09" (358mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in West Prestonsburg is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October in West Prestonsburg, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in West Prestonsburg, Kentucky, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during October morphs into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in West Prestonsburg?

In October, in West Prestonsburg, the average high-temperature is 67.1°F (19.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in October in West Prestonsburg?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in West Prestonsburg in October?

In West Prestonsburg, in October, during 12.9 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in West Prestonsburg?

October is the first month it typically snows in West Prestonsburg, Kentucky. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Prestonsburg have in October?

The average day length in October in West Prestonsburg is 11h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in West Prestonsburg?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Prestonsburg, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in West Prestonsburg?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in West Prestonsburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in West Prestonsburg, Kentucky, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average temperature in October - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average pressure in October - West Prestonsburg, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average wind speed in October - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in October
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average humidity in October - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average rainfall in October - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in October
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average rainfall days in October - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average snowfall in October - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average snowfall days in October - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 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
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - West Prestonsburg, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average sunshine days in October - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average UV index in October - West Prestonsburg, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average cloud cover in October - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in October
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average visibility in October - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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