October weather forecast
Ashburn, VA

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Weather in October

Cooler days characterize October in Ashburn as the shift from September to November marks the transition to crisp temperatures. Although the rainfall increases from September, it remains lower than in November, creating a relatively dry time. The most striking feature of October's weather is its extended daylight hours, which paint the city in a golden autumnal glow. Gusty winds making their presence known again, serving as a reminder of the impending winter months.

Temperature

With October's onset, the average high-temperature in Ashburn recedes from September's moderately hot 78.3°F (25.7°C) to a refreshing 66°F (18.9°C). During October, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 49.1°F (9.5°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Ashburn is 77%.

Rainfall

In Ashburn, in October, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ashburn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.1 days and collects up to 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Ashburn is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of October, in Ashburn, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Ashburn, Virginia, is 5.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Ashburn is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Ashburn in October?

In October, in Ashburn, the average high-temperature is 66°F (18.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Ashburn?

The average relative humidity in October in Ashburn is 77%.

How much does it rain in Ashburn in October?

In Ashburn, Virginia, in October, during 12 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Ashburn?

May through October are months without snowfall in Ashburn, Virginia.

Does it snow in Ashburn in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ashburn have in October?

In Ashburn, Virginia, the average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Ashburn?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ashburn, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ashburn have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in October in Ashburn?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Ashburn is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Ashburn, VA

Average temperature in October - Ashburn, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Ashburn, VA

Average pressure in October - Ashburn, VA
  • 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Ashburn, VA

Average wind speed in October - Ashburn, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Ashburn, VA

Average humidity in October - Ashburn, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Ashburn, VA

Average rainfall in October - Ashburn, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in October
Ashburn, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Ashburn, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Ashburn, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Ashburn, VA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.1 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
Ashburn, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ashburn, VA
  • 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Ashburn, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Ashburn, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Ashburn, VA

Average UV index in October - Ashburn, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Ashburn, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Ashburn, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Ashburn, VA

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

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

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