October weather forecastGalloway, WV
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in Galloway, West Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 62.4°F (16.9°C).Temperature
The beginning of October marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C) in September to a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C). Galloway, during October nights, observes an average temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Galloway is 79%.Rainfall
In Galloway, West Virginia, in October, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Galloway, there are 189.2 rainfall days, and 36.93" (938mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Galloway, West Virginia, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.9 snowfall days, and 37.36" (949mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Galloway, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Galloway, West Virginia, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Galloway, WV
- Average high temperature in October: 62.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 44.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).
Average pressure in October
Galloway, WV
- Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Galloway, WV
- Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Galloway, WV
- Average humidity in October: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (77%).
Average rainfall in October
Galloway, WV
- Average rainfall in October: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in October
Galloway, WV
- Average rainfall days in October: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Galloway, WV
- Average snowfall in October: 1.06"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (8.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Galloway, WV
- Average snowfall days in October: 1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Galloway, WV
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Galloway, WV
- Average sunshine days in October: 13.2 days
The months with the most sunshine days are September and October (13.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.4 days).
Average UV index in October
Galloway, WV
- Average UV index in October: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Galloway, WV
- Average cloud cover in October: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in October
Galloway, WV
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
