October weather forecast
Alum Creek, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Alum Creek, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 66°F (18.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a moderately hot 78.3°F (25.7°C) in September to an enjoyable 66°F (18.9°C). In the month of October, Alum Creek experiences an average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

In Alum Creek, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In Alum Creek, during October, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.9 rainfall days, and 16.5" (419mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Alum Creek, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.1 days and aggregates up to 8.27" (210mm) 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 7:23 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of October, in Alum Creek, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Alum Creek, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Alum Creek?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Alum Creek, is 66°F (18.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Alum Creek?

In Alum Creek, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How many days does it rain in October in Alum Creek?

In Alum Creek, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Alum Creek?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Alum Creek have in October?

In Alum Creek, West Virginia, the average day length in October is 11h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Alum Creek?

On the first day of October in Alum Creek, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Alum Creek?

In Alum Creek, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Alum Creek?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Alum Creek, WV

Average temperature in October - Alum Creek, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.9°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 (25.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Alum Creek, WV

Average pressure in October - Alum Creek, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is 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
Alum Creek, WV

Average wind speed in October - Alum Creek, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Alum Creek, WV

Average humidity in October - Alum Creek, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

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Average rainfall in October
Alum Creek, WV

Average rainfall in October - Alum Creek, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in October
Alum Creek, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Alum Creek, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Alum Creek, WV

Average snowfall in October - Alum Creek, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Alum Creek, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Alum Creek, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 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
Alum Creek, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Alum Creek, WV
  • 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Alum Creek, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Alum Creek, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Alum Creek, WV

Average UV index in October - Alum Creek, WV
  • 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
Alum Creek, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Alum Creek, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Alum Creek, WV

Average visibility in October - Alum Creek, WV
  • 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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