October weather forecast
Rice, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Rice, Virginia, is an agreeable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 50.2°F (10.1°C) and max 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

In Rice, the beginning of October is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from September's moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C) to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). Throughout October, the average low-temperature in Rice dips to a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.5 rainfall days, and 31.1" (790mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Rice. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Rice, there are 11.7 snowfall days, and 9.41" (239mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October in Rice, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

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 average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during October leads to these instructions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Rice?

The high-temperature in Rice, Virginia, during October is 68.5°F (20.3°C) and the low-temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Rice?

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

How much does it rain in Rice in October?

In Rice, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Rice?

October is the first month it typically snows in Rice, Virginia. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rice have in October?

The average day length in October in Rice is 11h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Rice?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Rice?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in Rice?

In Rice, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Rice, VA

Average temperature in October - Rice, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Rice, VA

Average pressure in October - Rice, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Rice, VA

Average wind speed in October - Rice, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Rice, VA

Average humidity in October - Rice, 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 (69%).

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Average rainfall in October
Rice, VA

Average rainfall in October - Rice, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in October
Rice, VA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Rice, VA

Average snowfall in October - Rice, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Rice, VA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.7 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
Rice, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rice, 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
Rice, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Rice, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Rice, VA

Average UV index in October - Rice, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Rice, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Rice, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Rice, VA

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September and December (5mi).

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