October weather forecastRipley, WV
October
Weather in October
October continues to cool down, offering a full display of autumn in Ripley with an average high of 65.3°F (18.5°C). The month is visually rich, with fall foliage reaching its peak and inviting residents and tourists to enjoy the wonder. Halloween ushers in the delight of pumpkin patches and spooky decorations, making it a fascinating month in the city. The comfort of cooler days and chilly nights adds to the charm of October.Temperature
October's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 77.9°F (25.5°C) in September to a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C). Ripley throughout October, records an average low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October in Ripley is 77%.Rainfall
In Ripley, during October, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Ripley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.3 days and collects up to 15.55" (395mm) 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 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.3 snowfall days, and 5.91" (150mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October 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, in Ripley, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6h.UV index
In Ripley, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Ripley, WV
- Average high temperature in October: 65.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 46.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Ripley, 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 (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Ripley, WV
- Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Ripley, 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
Ripley, WV
- Average rainfall in October: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").
Average rainfall days in October
Ripley, WV
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Ripley, WV
- Average snowfall in October: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Ripley, WV
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ripley, WV
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
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 0min
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 42min).
Average sunshine days in October
Ripley, WV
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).
Average UV index in October
Ripley, 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
Ripley, 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 32).
Average visibility in October
Ripley, 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).
