October weather forecast
Alderson, WV

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Weather in October

October in Alderson, West Virginia, brings a significant change in weather from September, with a drop in temperature highs to an average of 61.9°F (16.6°C). This shift in temperature marks the full onset of autumn. Fewer daylight hours, roughly 11.2, and a drop in UV index to 3, characterize the changing season. Despite the more relaxed temperatures, October retains a charm with its show of fall colors. The movement into November exhibits a sharp decrease in temperature as the winter season gradually creeps in.

Temperature

October in Alderson involves a decrease in temperature, down from a moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C) in September to a refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C). Alderson, during October nights, observes an average temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Humidity

In Alderson, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout October, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 183.6 rainfall days, and 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Alderson. October is the first month it typically snows in Alderson. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Alderson, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.3 days and aggregates up to 20.67" (525mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Alderson?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Alderson, is 61.9°F (16.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Alderson?

In October, the average relative humidity in Alderson, West Virginia, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Alderson in October?

In October, in Alderson, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout October, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Alderson?

October is the first month it typically snows in Alderson. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Alderson have in October?

In October, the average day length in Alderson is 11h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Alderson?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Alderson, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Alderson have in October?

In Alderson, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Alderson?

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

Average temperature in October - Alderson, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

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Average pressure in October
Alderson, WV

Average pressure in October - Alderson, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Alderson, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in October
Alderson, WV

Average humidity in October - Alderson, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).

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Average rainfall in October
Alderson, WV

Average rainfall in October - Alderson, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in October
Alderson, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Alderson, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Alderson, WV

Average snowfall in October - Alderson, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Alderson, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Alderson, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Alderson, WV
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Alderson, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Alderson, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Alderson, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Alderson, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Alderson, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in October
Alderson, WV

Average visibility in October - Alderson, WV
  • Average visibility in October: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, July, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, August, September and October (4mi).

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