October weather forecast
Lynchburg, VA

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Cloudy orange sky gracing the dusk in Lynchburg city, Virginia
Cloudy orange sky gracing the dusk in Lynchburg city, Virginia

Weather in October

October in Lynchburg sees a further decline in temperatures as the city makes its way through fall. The average high temperature falls to 67.5°F (19.7°C), marking a significant drop. A reduction in sunlight hours sets a distinctive autumn atmosphere in the city. Despite the onset of cooler weather, October still holds a fair share of rainfall, supplementing the city's water needs. The wind strength begins to pick up slightly, yet remains comfortable for any outdoor plans.

Temperature

Arrival of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 79.5°F (26.4°C) in September to a comfortable 67.5°F (19.7°C). Lynchburg, during the month of October, experiences an average low-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Lynchburg, during October, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lynchburg, there are 156.7 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Lynchburg, Virginia. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.1 snowfall days, and 10.94" (278mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Lynchburg is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Lynchburg, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Lynchburg is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Lynchburg?

In October, in Lynchburg, the average high-temperature is 67.5°F (19.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Lynchburg?

In October, the average relative humidity in Lynchburg is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October in Lynchburg?

In Lynchburg, Virginia, in October, during 11 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Lynchburg?

October is the first month it typically snows in Lynchburg. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lynchburg have in October?

In October, the average day length in Lynchburg is 11h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Lynchburg?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lynchburg, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Lynchburg?

In Lynchburg, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in Lynchburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Lynchburg is 3. A UV Index reading 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
Lynchburg, VA

Average temperature in October - Lynchburg, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Lynchburg, VA

Average pressure in October - Lynchburg, VA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Lynchburg, VA

Average wind speed in October - Lynchburg, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Lynchburg, VA

Average humidity in October - Lynchburg, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Lynchburg, VA

Average rainfall in October - Lynchburg, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.56"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in October
Lynchburg, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Lynchburg, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Lynchburg, VA

Average snowfall in October - Lynchburg, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Lynchburg, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Lynchburg, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lynchburg, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Lynchburg, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Lynchburg, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in October
Lynchburg, VA

Average UV index in October - Lynchburg, 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
Lynchburg, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Lynchburg, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in October
Lynchburg, VA

Average visibility in October - Lynchburg, 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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