October weather forecast
Alton, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Alton, Virginia, is another pleasant autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 70°F (21.1°C) and an average low of 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

Setting in of October comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 81.5°F (27.5°C) in September to an agreeable 70°F (21.1°C). In the month of October, Alton's average low-temperature falls to a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Humidity

In Alton, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In October, in Alton, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout October, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Alton, Virginia, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Alton is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of October, in Alton, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Alton, Virginia, is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Alton is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Alton?

October temperatures in Alton, Virginia, vary between a high-temperature of 70°F (21.1°C) and a low-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Alton?

In October, the average relative humidity in Alton is 75%.

How much does it rain in Alton in October?

In Alton, in October, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Alton?

In Alton, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Alton in October?

In Alton, Virginia, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October in Alton?

In Alton, the average day length in October is 11h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Alton?

On the first day of October in Alton, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Alton?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Alton?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Alton, Virginia, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Alton, VA

Average temperature in October - Alton, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 70°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Alton, VA

Average pressure in October - Alton, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Alton, VA

Average wind speed in October - Alton, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Alton, VA

Average humidity in October - Alton, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in October
Alton, VA

Average rainfall in October - Alton, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in October
Alton, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Alton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Alton, VA

Average snowfall in October - Alton, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Alton, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Alton, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Alton, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Alton, VA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Alton, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Alton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Alton, VA

Average UV index in October - Alton, VA
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Alton, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Alton, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Alton, VA

Average visibility in October - Alton, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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