October weather forecastJimtown, WV

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Jimtown, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 63.5°F (17.5°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

With October's arrival, Jimtown, West Virginia, sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C) in September to a comfortable 63.5°F (17.5°C). In Jimtown, the average temperature during the nights of October drops to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Jimtown, during October, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. In Jimtown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.3 days and collects up to 36.97" (939mm) 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 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Jimtown, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.8 days and aggregates up to 28.9" (734mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Jimtown, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Jimtown, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In Jimtown, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Jimtown in October has an average high-temperature of 63.5°F (17.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

In October, the average relative humidity in Jimtown, West Virginia, is 79%.

In October, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout October, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

In Jimtown, the average day length in October is 11h and 9min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EDT.

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

In Jimtown, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Jimtown, WV

  • Average high temperature in October: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Jimtown, WV

  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"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
Jimtown, WV

  • Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Jimtown, WV

  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Jimtown, WV

  • Average rainfall in October: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in October
Jimtown, WV

  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Jimtown, WV

  • Average snowfall in October: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Jimtown, WV

  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Jimtown, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 30min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Jimtown, WV

  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Jimtown, WV

  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and 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
Jimtown, 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
Jimtown, 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).