October weather forecast
Thornton, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Thornton, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 62.6°F (17°C) and min 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to a comfortable 62.6°F (17°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 44.6°F (7°C) during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, in Thornton, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout October, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Thornton, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.5 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Thornton. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Thornton, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.4 days and aggregates up to 31.26" (794mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Thornton, West Virginia, is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Thornton is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Thornton in October?

In Thornton, 62.6°F (17°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.6°F (7°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Thornton?

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

How much does it rain in Thornton in October?

In Thornton, West Virginia, during October, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Thornton?

October is the first month it typically snows in Thornton. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October in Thornton is 11h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Thornton?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Thornton, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Thornton have in October?

In Thornton, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Thornton?

In Thornton, the average daily maximum UV index in October 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
Thornton, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Thornton, WV

Average pressure in October - Thornton, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Thornton, WV

Average wind speed in October - Thornton, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Thornton, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in October
Thornton, WV

Average rainfall in October - Thornton, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in October
Thornton, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Thornton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Thornton, WV

Average snowfall in October - Thornton, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Thornton, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Thornton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 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
Thornton, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Thornton, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Thornton, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Thornton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Thornton, WV

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

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Thornton, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in October
Thornton, WV

Average visibility in October - Thornton, 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).

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