October weather forecastPetersburg, VA
October
Weather in October
October imprints the full essence of Fall on Petersburg, Virginia. The Autumn leaves make a stunning display against the backdrop of the clear blue sky. Lower humidity, alongside milder temperatures, outlines the climatic characteristic of this month. Besides the significant decrease in UV index and daylight hours, the average temperatures range from 52°F (11.1°C) to 69.8°F (21°C), signaling the advent of winter.Temperature
The transition into October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 81.1°F (27.3°C) in September to an agreeable 69.8°F (21°C). October in Petersburg witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a cool 52°F (11.1°C).Humidity
In Petersburg, Virginia, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.Rainfall
In Petersburg, in October, during 5.6 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Petersburg, there are 109.6 rainfall days, and 9.96" (253mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Petersburg is 11h and 13min.On the first day of October in Petersburg, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Petersburg is 5.8h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Petersburg, Virginia, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Petersburg, VA
- Average high temperature in October: 69.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 52°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).
Average pressure in October
Petersburg, 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
Petersburg, VA
- Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Petersburg, VA
- Average humidity in October: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Petersburg, VA
- Average rainfall in October: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").
Average rainfall days in October
Petersburg, VA
- Average rainfall days in October: 5.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in October
Petersburg, VA
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Petersburg, VA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Petersburg, VA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Petersburg, VA
- Average sunshine days in October: 23.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Petersburg, VA
- Average UV index in October: 4
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Petersburg, VA
- Average cloud cover in October: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in October
Petersburg, 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).
