October weather forecastOrkney Springs, VA
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Orkney Springs, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average high of 63.3°F (17.4°C).Temperature
A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, shifting from a warm 75.2°F (24°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.3°F (17.4°C). Orkney Springs records a consistent low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) during October nights.Humidity
October is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout October, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Orkney Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.6 days and collects up to 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Orkney Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.5 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.Daylight
In Orkney Springs, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.9h.UV index
In Orkney Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents 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:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average high temperature in October: 63.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 44.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).
Average pressure in October
Orkney Springs, 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average humidity in October: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).
Average rainfall in October
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average rainfall in October: 1.57"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").
Average rainfall days in October
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
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 54min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average sunshine days in October: 18 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).
Average UV index in October
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average cloud cover in October: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in October
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, April, June, July, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, May, August, September and October (5mi).
