October weather forecast
Polk Gap, WV

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Polk Gap, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 45°F (7.2°C) and 63.7°F (17.6°C).

Temperature

October comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 75.9°F (24.4°C) in September to a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Polk Gap, West Virginia, is 79%.

Rainfall

In October, in Polk Gap, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout October, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Polk Gap, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.7 days and collects up to 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Polk Gap. October is the first month it typically snows in Polk Gap, West Virginia. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Polk Gap, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.3 days and aggregates up to 27.09" (688mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Polk Gap is 5.9h.

UV index

In Polk Gap, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Polk Gap in October?

In Polk Gap, in October, the average high-temperature is 63.7°F (17.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Polk Gap?

The average relative humidity in October in Polk Gap, West Virginia, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October in Polk Gap?

In Polk Gap, during October, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Polk Gap?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Polk Gap?

In Polk Gap, West Virginia, the average day length in October is 11h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Polk Gap?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Polk Gap?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Polk Gap is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in Polk Gap?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Polk Gap, West Virginia, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Polk Gap, WV

Average temperature in October - Polk Gap, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°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 (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Polk Gap, WV

Average pressure in October - Polk Gap, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Polk Gap, WV

Average wind speed in October - Polk Gap, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Polk Gap, WV

Average humidity in October - Polk Gap, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in October
Polk Gap, WV

Average rainfall in October - Polk Gap, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in October
Polk Gap, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Polk Gap, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Polk Gap, WV

Average snowfall in October - Polk Gap, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Polk Gap, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Polk Gap, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 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
Polk Gap, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Polk Gap, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Polk Gap, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Polk Gap, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Polk Gap, WV

Average UV index in October - Polk Gap, WV
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (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
Polk Gap, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Polk Gap, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in October
Polk Gap, WV

Average visibility in October - Polk Gap, WV
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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