October weather forecast
Lorton, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Lorton, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.9°F (19.4°C) and 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Temperature

During the transition into October, Lorton observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 78.8°F (26°C) in September to an enjoyable 66.9°F (19.4°C). Lorton throughout October, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Humidity

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In October, in Lorton, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout October, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lorton, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.5 days and collects up to 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through November are months without snowfall in Lorton.

Daylight

In Lorton, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October in Lorton, 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 6:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Lorton is 5.7h.

UV index

In Lorton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during October translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Lorton in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lorton are 66.9°F (19.4°C) and 50.4°F (10.2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months in Lorton?

The months with the highest humidity in Lorton are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in October in Lorton?

The average relative humidity in October in Lorton is 77%.

How much does it rain in Lorton in October?

In Lorton, Virginia, in October, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Lorton?

May through November are months without snowfall.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Lorton?

On the first day of October in Lorton, 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 6:09 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Lorton?

In Lorton, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Lorton?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Lorton is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Lorton, VA

Average temperature in October - Lorton, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in October
Lorton, VA

Average pressure in October - Lorton, 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
Lorton, VA

Average wind speed in October - Lorton, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Lorton, VA

Average humidity in October - Lorton, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Lorton, VA

Average rainfall in October - Lorton, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in October
Lorton, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Lorton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and August (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Lorton, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Lorton, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 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
Lorton, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lorton, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Lorton, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Lorton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Lorton, VA

Average UV index in October - Lorton, 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
Lorton, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Lorton, 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).

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Average visibility in October
Lorton, VA

Average visibility in October - Lorton, 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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