October weather forecast
Minden, WV

Share

Weather in October

October, like September, in Minden, West Virginia, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.6°F (17°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

Stepping into October, Minden observes a temperature decline, with the average high falling from September's warm 74.8°F (23.8°C) to a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C). In Minden, the average low-temperature during the month of October is a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

In Minden, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Minden, in October, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Minden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.4 days and collects up to 36.97" (939mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Minden are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Minden. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Minden, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.9 days and aggregates up to 35.28" (896mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Minden is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of October, in Minden, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Minden, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Minden in October?

In Minden, 62.6°F (17°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.2°F (6.8°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Minden?

In Minden, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October in Minden?

In October, in Minden, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout October, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Minden?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Minden have in October?

In October, the average day length in Minden is 11h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Minden?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Minden, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Minden?

In Minden, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Minden?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Minden, West Virginia, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Minden, WV

Average temperature in October - Minden, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in October
Minden, WV

Average pressure in October - Minden, 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).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in October
Minden, WV

Average wind speed in October - Minden, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in October
Minden, WV

Average humidity in October - Minden, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in October
Minden, WV

Average rainfall in October - Minden, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in October
Minden, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Minden, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (10.5 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in October
Minden, WV

Average snowfall in October - Minden, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in October
Minden, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Minden, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Minden, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Minden, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in October
Minden, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Minden, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in October
Minden, WV

Average UV index in October - Minden, WV
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in October
Minden, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Minden, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

[Resources]

Average visibility in October
Minden, WV

Average visibility in October - Minden, 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).

[Resources]

Minden, West Virginia, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location