October weather forecastElk Creek, VA
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Elk Creek, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average high of 64.9°F (18.3°C).Temperature
October's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C). Elk Creek witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) throughout October.Humidity
In Elk Creek, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.Rainfall
In Elk Creek, Virginia, in October, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elk Creek, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.7 days and collects up to 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Elk Creek, Virginia. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Elk Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.8 days and aggregates up to 16.14" (410mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 14min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Elk Creek, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Elk Creek, VA
- Average high temperature in October: 64.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 45.5°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 (25.7°F).
Average pressure in October
Elk Creek, VA
- Average pressure in October: 30.07"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).
Average wind speed in October
Elk Creek, VA
- Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Elk Creek, VA
- Average humidity in October: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).
Average rainfall in October
Elk Creek, VA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").
Average rainfall days in October
Elk Creek, VA
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in October
Elk Creek, VA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Elk Creek, VA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Elk Creek, VA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
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 12min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Elk Creek, VA
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Elk Creek, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Elk Creek, VA
- Average cloud cover in October: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in October
Elk Creek, VA
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
