Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
The onset of October in Charleston results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a warm 77.9°F (25.5°C) in September to an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C). Charleston experiences a mean low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) during October.Humidity
In Charleston, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.Rainfall
In Charleston, in October, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Charleston, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.4 days and collects up to 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Charleston, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Charleston, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of October, in Charleston, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Charleston is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: During October, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Charleston in October?
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How many days does it rain in October in Charleston?
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How many hours of daylight does Charleston have in October?
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Charleston?
How many hours of sunshine does Charleston have in October?
What is the UV index reading in October in Charleston?
Average temperature in October
Charleston, WV
- Average high temperature in October: 65.3°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 (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 46.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Charleston, 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).
Average wind speed in October
Charleston, WV
- Average wind speed in October: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in October
Charleston, WV
- Average humidity in October: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).
Average rainfall in October
Charleston, WV
- Average rainfall in October: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in October
Charleston, WV
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).
Average snowfall in October
Charleston, WV
- Average snowfall in October: 1.22"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Charleston, WV
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Charleston, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in October
Charleston, WV
- Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).
Average UV index in October
Charleston, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Charleston, WV
- Average cloud cover in October: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in October
Charleston, 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).
Charleston, West Virginia, USA
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