October weather forecast
Dumfries, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Dumfries, Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.1°F (19.5°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in October, with a decline from a warm 79.3°F (26.3°C) in September to a refreshing 67.1°F (19.5°C). Dumfries witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) throughout October.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Dumfries, during October, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Dumfries, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October in Dumfries, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Dumfries, Virginia, is 5.6h.

UV index

In Dumfries, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in October translates into this advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Dumfries?

In October, in Dumfries, the average high-temperature is 67.1°F (19.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month in Dumfries?

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Dumfries.

What is the average humidity in October in Dumfries?

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Dumfries in October?

In Dumfries, during October, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Dumfries?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Dumfries in October?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Dumfries?

On the first day of October in Dumfries, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Dumfries?

In Dumfries, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Dumfries?

In Dumfries, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Dumfries, VA

Average temperature in October - Dumfries, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Dumfries, VA

Average pressure in October - Dumfries, 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
Dumfries, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Dumfries, VA

Average humidity in October - Dumfries, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April and July (73%).

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Average rainfall in October
Dumfries, VA

Average rainfall in October - Dumfries, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in October
Dumfries, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Dumfries, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Dumfries, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Dumfries, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Dumfries, VA

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Dumfries, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Dumfries, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Dumfries, VA

Average UV index in October - Dumfries, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Dumfries, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Dumfries, VA

Average visibility in October - Dumfries, 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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