October weather forecast
Purgitsville, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Purgitsville, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

Purgitsville in October experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a warm 75.2°F (24°C) in September to a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C). An average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) is recorded during the nights in October in Purgitsville.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 79%, October is the most humid month in Purgitsville, West Virginia.

Rainfall

In Purgitsville, West Virginia, in October, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Purgitsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166 days and collects up to 25.83" (656mm) 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 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Purgitsville, there are 31.2 snowfall days, and 16.5" (419mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Purgitsville is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Purgitsville?

In Purgitsville, 63°F (17.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.4°F (6.9°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Purgitsville?

The most humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in October in Purgitsville?

In October, the average relative humidity in Purgitsville is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October in Purgitsville?

In Purgitsville, West Virginia, in October, during 12.9 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Purgitsville?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Purgitsville?

In Purgitsville, West Virginia, the average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Purgitsville?

On the first day of October in Purgitsville, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Purgitsville?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Purgitsville, West Virginia, is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Purgitsville?

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

Average temperature in October - Purgitsville, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Purgitsville, WV

Average pressure in October - Purgitsville, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Purgitsville, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in October
Purgitsville, WV

Average humidity in October - Purgitsville, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Purgitsville, WV

Average rainfall in October - Purgitsville, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in October
Purgitsville, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Purgitsville, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Purgitsville, WV

Average snowfall in October - Purgitsville, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Purgitsville, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Purgitsville, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 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
Purgitsville, WV

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Purgitsville, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Purgitsville, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Purgitsville, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Purgitsville, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in October
Purgitsville, WV

Average visibility in October - Purgitsville, WV
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August, September and October (5mi).

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