October weather forecast
Falls Church, VA

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Weather in October

October in Falls Church is a month of cozier temperatures and vibrant fall colors. Temperatures continue to drop, offering a refreshing contrast to September's warmth. Towards the end of the month, temperatures fall to an average low of 50.7°F (10.4°C). With decreasing rainfall and 11.2 hours of daylight, it's an opportune time for outdoor events and festivities. As the city is painted in hues of orange, red, and gold, October is a beautiful and mild month to experience in Falls Church.

Temperature

Falls Church's average high-temperature decreases in October, falling from a moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C) in September to a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C). In Falls Church, October's nights observe an average temperature dip to a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Falls Church are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout October, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Falls Church, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109 days and collects up to 9.29" (236mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Falls Church.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Falls Church is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of October, in Falls Church, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Falls Church is 5.7h.

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 average individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Falls Church?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C) and a low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Falls Church?

The months with the highest humidity are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in October in Falls Church?

The average relative humidity in October in Falls Church, Virginia, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Falls Church in October?

In Falls Church, Virginia, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Falls Church?

May through October are months without snowfall in Falls Church, Virginia.

Does it snow in Falls Church in October?

In Falls Church, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Falls Church have in October?

In Falls Church, the average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Falls Church?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Falls Church have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Falls Church is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Falls Church?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Falls Church is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Falls Church, VA

Average temperature in October - Falls Church, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.4°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 (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Falls Church, VA

Average pressure in October - Falls Church, 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
Falls Church, VA

Average wind speed in October - Falls Church, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in October
Falls Church, VA

Average humidity in October - Falls Church, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Falls Church, VA

Average rainfall in October - Falls Church, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in October
Falls Church, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Falls Church, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Falls Church, VA

Average snowfall in October - Falls Church, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Falls Church, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Falls Church, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 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
Falls Church, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Falls Church, 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 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Falls Church, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Falls Church, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Falls Church, VA

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Falls Church, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Falls Church, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in October
Falls Church, VA

Average visibility in October - Falls Church, 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).

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