October weather forecast
Big Stone Gap, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.3°F (18.5°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

In Big Stone Gap, the beginning of October is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from September's moderately hot 77.7°F (25.4°C) to an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C). During October, Big Stone Gap observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Big Stone Gap is 78%.

Rainfall

In Big Stone Gap, Virginia, in October, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Big Stone Gap, there are 200.2 rainfall days, and 40.87" (1038mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Big Stone Gap. October is the first month it typically snows in Big Stone Gap, Virginia. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.8 snowfall days, and 18.86" (479mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Big Stone Gap?

During October, Big Stone Gap experiences an average high-temperature of 65.3°F (18.5°C) and a low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Big Stone Gap?

The average relative humidity in October in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Big Stone Gap in October?

In October, in Big Stone Gap, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout October, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Big Stone Gap?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Big Stone Gap?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Big Stone Gap?

On the first day of October in Big Stone Gap, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Big Stone Gap have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Big Stone Gap?

In Big Stone Gap, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average temperature in October - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average pressure in October - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • 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 (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average wind speed in October - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average humidity in October - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in October
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average rainfall in October - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

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Average rainfall days in October
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average snowfall in October - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Big Stone Gap, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average UV index in October - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in October
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average visibility in October - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • 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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