October weather forecast
Morehead, KY

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Weather in October

October steps in officially welcoming fall in Morehead. The chill in the air signals the approaching winter, but October maintains a delicate balance between cool and cold. Leaving a late souvenir of the rainy season, October brings a decrease in precipitation compared to September's rainfall. The days continue to shorten and the winds pick up speed providing a forewarning of the impending cold season. Despite the shifts in temperature and day's length, October offers the perfect fall experience.

Temperature

Morehead's average high-temperature decreases in October, falling from a moderately hot 78.8°F (26°C) in September to a refreshing 66°F (18.9°C). Morehead experiences an average temperature drop to a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) during October nights.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout October, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Morehead, there are 166.6 rainfall days, and 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Morehead, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.5 days and aggregates up to 11.14" (283mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Morehead is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of October, in Morehead, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In Morehead, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Morehead in October?

October temperatures in Morehead, Kentucky, vary between a high-temperature of 66°F (18.9°C) and a low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Morehead?

In Morehead, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in Morehead in October?

In Morehead, Kentucky, during October, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Morehead?

October is the first month it typically snows in Morehead. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Morehead have in October?

In Morehead, the average day length in October is 11h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Morehead?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Morehead, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Morehead have in October?

In Morehead, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Morehead?

In Morehead, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Morehead, KY

Average temperature in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Morehead, KY

Average pressure in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Morehead, KY

Average wind speed in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Morehead, KY

Average humidity in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

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Average rainfall in October
Morehead, KY

Average rainfall in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in October
Morehead, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Morehead, KY

Average snowfall in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Morehead, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 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
Morehead, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Morehead, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Morehead, KY

Average UV index in October - Morehead, KY
  • 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Morehead, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Morehead, KY

Average visibility in October - Morehead, KY
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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