October weather forecast
Dorter Mill, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Dorter Mill, Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 45.7°F (7.6°C) and max 67.1°F (19.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a warm 79.5°F (26.4°C) to a comfortable 67.1°F (19.5°C). An average low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C) is expected in Dorter Mill, Virginia, during October.

Humidity

In Dorter Mill, Virginia, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Dorter Mill, in October, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dorter Mill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.6 days and collects up to 33.15" (842mm) 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 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.91" (23mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dorter Mill, Virginia, there are 33.5 snowfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Dorter Mill is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of October in Dorter Mill, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Dorter Mill is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. 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 Dorter Mill?

Dorter Mill in October has an average high-temperature of 67.1°F (19.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Dorter Mill?

The average relative humidity in October in Dorter Mill is 76%.

How much does it rain in Dorter Mill in October?

In Dorter Mill, in October, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Dorter Mill?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Dorter Mill?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Dorter Mill?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dorter Mill, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dorter Mill have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Dorter Mill, Virginia, is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Dorter Mill?

In Dorter Mill, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Dorter Mill, VA

Average temperature in October - Dorter Mill, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.1°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 (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Dorter Mill, VA

Average pressure in October - Dorter Mill, 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
Dorter Mill, VA

Average wind speed in October - Dorter Mill, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Dorter Mill, VA

Average humidity in October - Dorter Mill, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August, September and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in October
Dorter Mill, VA

Average rainfall in October - Dorter Mill, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in October
Dorter Mill, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Dorter Mill, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Dorter Mill, VA

Average snowfall in October - Dorter Mill, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Dorter Mill, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Dorter Mill, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Dorter Mill, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dorter Mill, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Dorter Mill, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Dorter Mill, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Dorter Mill, VA

Average UV index in October - Dorter Mill, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Dorter Mill, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Dorter Mill, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in October
Dorter Mill, VA

Average visibility in October - Dorter Mill, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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