October weather forecastColonial Beach, VA
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in Colonial Beach, Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 52°F (11.1°C) and max 67.5°F (19.7°C).Temperature
Onset of October comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a warm 79°F (26.1°C) in September to a comfortable 67.5°F (19.7°C). During October, an average low-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C) is observed.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Colonial Beach, in October, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Colonial Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.1 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Colonial Beach, snow does not fall in May through October.Ocean temperature
In Colonial Beach, in October, the average water temperature is 68.2°F (20.1°C).Note: Most people find swimming in 68.2°F (20.1°C) to be not enjoyable. The control of one's breathing becomes more challenging as the water temperature drops below 69.8°F (21°C).
Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Colonial Beach is 11h and 11min.On the first day of October in Colonial Beach, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. 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: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in October translates into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Colonial Beach, VA
- Average high temperature in October: 67.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 52°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in October
Colonial Beach, 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).
Average wind speed in October
Colonial Beach, VA
- Average wind speed in October: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in October
Colonial Beach, VA
- Average humidity in October: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in October
Colonial Beach, VA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.56"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in October
Colonial Beach, VA
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Colonial Beach, VA
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Colonial Beach, VA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Colonial Beach, VA
- Average sea temperature in October: 68.2°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (47.1°F).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Colonial Beach, 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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Colonial Beach, VA
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).
Average UV index in October
Colonial Beach, VA
- Average UV index in October: 4
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
Colonial Beach, VA
- Average cloud cover in October: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in October
Colonial Beach, 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).
