October weather forecast
Shanks, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Shanks, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.4°F (6.9°C) and max 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

Shanks's weather changes with the onset of October, slightly falling from a warm 75.2°F (24°C) in September to a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C). October in Shanks is noted for a mean low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout October, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shanks, there are 166 rainfall days, and 25.83" (656mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. 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, 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 9min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Shanks, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In Shanks, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shanks in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Shanks during October are 63°F (17.2°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Shanks?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Shanks?

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

How much does it rain in Shanks in October?

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

When does it start snowing in Shanks?

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

How many hours of daylight does Shanks have in October?

In Shanks, West Virginia, the average day length in October is 11h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Shanks?

On the first day of October in Shanks, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shanks have in October?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Shanks?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Shanks, West Virginia, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Shanks, WV

Average temperature in October - Shanks, 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
Shanks, WV

Average pressure in October - Shanks, 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
Shanks, WV

Average wind speed in October - Shanks, 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
Shanks, WV

Average humidity in October - Shanks, 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
Shanks, WV

Average rainfall in October - Shanks, 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
Shanks, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Shanks, 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
Shanks, WV

Average snowfall in October - Shanks, 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
Shanks, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Shanks, 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
Shanks, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Shanks, 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
Shanks, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Shanks, 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
Shanks, WV

Average UV index in October - Shanks, 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
Shanks, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Shanks, 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
Shanks, WV

Average visibility in October - Shanks, 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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