October weather forecast
Poquoson, VA

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Weather in October

October ushers in the crisp autumn air with cooling temperatures. The landscape in Poquoson starts glowing in the seasonal hues of oranges, yellows, and reds. With shorter days and extended nights, early sunsets paint the sky in stunning colours. Despite a noticeable drop in temperatures from September, October retains a soothing garner, almost identical to November, only with more plentiful sunshine.

Temperature

In Poquoson, the average high-temperature in October decreases from a moderately hot 78.8°F (26°C) in September to a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C). Throughout October nights, Poquoson registers an average low-temperature of 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Humidity

In Poquoson, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In Poquoson, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.2 rainfall days, and 28.43" (722mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Poquoson, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Poquoson is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of October in Poquoson, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Poquoson, Virginia, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in October interprets into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. 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 Poquoson?

In October, in Poquoson, the average high-temperature is 68.9°F (20.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 57.9°F (14.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Poquoson?

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October in Poquoson?

In Poquoson, Virginia, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Poquoson?

April through November are months without snowfall in Poquoson.

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

In October, the average day length in Poquoson, Virginia, is 11h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Poquoson?

On the first day of October in Poquoson, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Poquoson have in October?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Poquoson?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Poquoson, Virginia, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Poquoson, VA

Average temperature in October - Poquoson, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 57.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Poquoson, VA

Average pressure in October - Poquoson, VA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Poquoson, VA

Average wind speed in October - Poquoson, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Poquoson, VA

Average humidity in October - Poquoson, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in October
Poquoson, VA

Average rainfall in October - Poquoson, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in October
Poquoson, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Poquoson, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Poquoson, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Poquoson, VA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 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
Poquoson, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Poquoson, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Poquoson, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Poquoson, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Poquoson, VA

Average UV index in October - Poquoson, VA
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Poquoson, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Poquoson, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in October
Poquoson, VA

Average visibility in October - Poquoson, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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