October weather forecast
Charleston, WV

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The calm Kanawha River in front of Charleston, West Virginia, reflecting the city in its water
The calm Kanawha River in front of Charleston, West Virginia, reflecting the city in its water

Weather in October

October brings Charleston into the full swing of fall, with temperatures dropping steadily and the landscape transforming into autumnal hues. Along with falling leaves come falling temperatures, with the month's highs averaging in the mid-60s°F. A noticeable decrease in rainfall, paired with cooler days, makes for a distinctive fall ambiance. The shift in weather patterns, along with the beauty of autumn foliage, shapes October into a picturesque month.

Temperature

As October arrives, Charleston's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from September's moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C) to a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). Charleston in October anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

In Charleston, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout October, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.4 rainfall days, and 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Charleston. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Charleston, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.8 days and aggregates up to 22.01" (559mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Charleston, the average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

In Charleston, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During October, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Charleston?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 65.3°F (18.5°C) and a low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity in Charleston is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Charleston, in October, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Charleston have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Charleston, the average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Charleston, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Charleston, WV

Average temperature in October - Charleston, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Charleston, WV

Average pressure in October - Charleston, 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).

Average wind speed in October
Charleston, WV

Average wind speed in October - Charleston, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in October
Charleston, WV

Average humidity in October - Charleston, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Charleston, WV

Average rainfall in October - Charleston, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in October
Charleston, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Charleston, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 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 days).

Average snowfall in October
Charleston, WV

Average snowfall in October - Charleston, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Charleston, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Charleston, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Charleston, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Charleston, WV
  • 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Charleston, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Charleston, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Charleston, WV

Average UV index in October - Charleston, WV
  • 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).

Average cloud cover in October
Charleston, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Charleston, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Charleston, WV

Average visibility in October - Charleston, WV
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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