October weather forecast
Melissa, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Melissa, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.4°F (19.1°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of October coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 79.5°F (26.4°C) in September to an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C). During October, Melissa observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Melissa, in October, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176 rainfall days, and 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Melissa, West Virginia, are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Melissa. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Melissa, there are 38.2 snowfall days, and 14.92" (379mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Melissa is 6.2h.

UV index

In Melissa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Melissa in October?

The high-temperature in Melissa during October is 66.4°F (19.1°C) and the low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Melissa?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in Melissa in October?

In Melissa, West Virginia, during October, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Melissa?

October is the first month it typically snows in Melissa, West Virginia. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Melissa have in October?

The average day length in October in Melissa is 11h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Melissa?

On the first day of October in Melissa, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Melissa?

In Melissa, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Melissa?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Melissa, West Virginia, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Melissa, WV

Average temperature in October - Melissa, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Melissa, WV

Average pressure in October - Melissa, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Melissa, WV

Average wind speed in October - Melissa, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Melissa, WV

Average humidity in October - Melissa, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Melissa, WV

Average rainfall in October - Melissa, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in October
Melissa, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Melissa, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Melissa, WV

Average snowfall in October - Melissa, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.63"

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
Melissa, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Melissa, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 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
Melissa, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Melissa, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Melissa, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Melissa, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Melissa, WV

Average UV index in October - Melissa, 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
Melissa, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Melissa, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Melissa, WV

Average visibility in October - Melissa, 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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