October weather forecast
Grafton, WV

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Weather in October

October is a distinctly cooler month in Grafton, signaling the full range of autumnal weather. The weather becomes significantly crisped compared to September, with temperatures sliding from 44.6°F (7°C) to 62.6°F (17°C). With its vibrant autumn foliage, October provides a picturesque setting for scenic drives or hikes. Wind speed experiences a moderate increment, making for cooler and brisker days. On average, October sees more rainfall than September, adding to the chill in the air.

Temperature

The start of October in Grafton involves a temperature drop, moving from a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C). Grafton cools down to an average low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Grafton, in October, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Grafton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.5 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Grafton are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Grafton, West Virginia. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 31.26" (794mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Grafton is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of October, in Grafton, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During October, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Grafton in October?

In Grafton, 62.6°F (17°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.6°F (7°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Grafton?

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October in Grafton?

In Grafton, 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 to snow in Grafton?

October is the first month it typically snows. 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 Grafton?

The average day length in October in Grafton, West Virginia, is 11h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Grafton?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Grafton?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Grafton?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Grafton, WV

Average temperature in October - Grafton, 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
Grafton, WV

Average pressure in October - Grafton, 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
Grafton, WV

Average wind speed in October - Grafton, 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
Grafton, WV

Average humidity in October - Grafton, 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
Grafton, WV

Average rainfall in October - Grafton, 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
Grafton, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Grafton, 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
Grafton, WV

Average snowfall in October - Grafton, 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
Grafton, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Grafton, 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
Grafton, WV

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

Average sunshine days in October - Grafton, 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
Grafton, WV

Average UV index in October - Grafton, 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
Grafton, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Grafton, 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
Grafton, WV

Average visibility in October - Grafton, 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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