October weather forecastAfton, VA
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Afton, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 64.6°F (18.1°C).Temperature
October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from September's warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) to an enjoyable 64.6°F (18.1°C). Throughout October, Afton registers a consistent average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C).Humidity
May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Afton, during October, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Afton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.6 snowfall days, and 17.4" (442mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 12min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Afton, VA
- Average high temperature in October: 64.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 46.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).
Average pressure in October
Afton, VA
- Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Afton, VA
- Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Afton, VA
- Average humidity in October: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (73%).
Average rainfall in October
Afton, VA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.01").
Average rainfall days in October
Afton, VA
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Afton, VA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Afton, VA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Afton, VA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
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: 5h and 48min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Afton, VA
- Average sunshine days in October: 18 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Afton, VA
- 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Afton, VA
- Average cloud cover in October: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in October
Afton, VA
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, September, October and December (5mi).
