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 move into October indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's warm 78.4°F (25.8°C) to a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C). Polk observes an average low-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) during October nights.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Polk is 77%.Rainfall
In Polk, in October, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 178.2 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Polk, West Virginia. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Polk, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.4 days and aggregates up to 15.91" (404mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6h.UV index
In Polk, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Frequently asked questions
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How much does it rain in Polk in October?
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How many hours of sunshine does Polk have in October?
How high is the UV index in October in Polk?
Average temperature in October
Polk, WV
- Average high temperature in October: 64.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 46.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Polk, 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
Polk, WV
- Average wind speed in October: 5.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Polk, WV
- Average humidity in October: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).
Average rainfall in October
Polk, WV
- Average rainfall in October: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in October
Polk, WV
- Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Polk, WV
- Average snowfall in October: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Polk, WV
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Polk, WV
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min
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: 6h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Polk, WV
- Average sunshine days in October: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Polk, 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
Polk, 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
Polk, 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).
Polk, West Virginia, USA
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