October weather forecast
Shortt Gap, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Shortt Gap, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 63.9°F and an average low of 43.9°F.

Temperature

October's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a warm 76.1°F in September to a refreshing 63.9°F. In October, in Shortt Gap, the average low-temperature is a chilly 43.9°F.

Humidity

In Shortt Gap, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Shortt Gap, during October, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" of precipitation. In Shortt Gap, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 23.31" of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" of snow. In Shortt Gap, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.2 days and aggregates up to 18.03" of snow.

Daylight

In Shortt Gap, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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FAQ

What are October temperatures in Shortt Gap?

The high-temperature in Shortt Gap during October is 63.9°F and the low-temperature is 43.9°F. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 87.8°F.

What is the average humidity in October in Shortt Gap?

In Shortt Gap, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October in Shortt Gap?

In Shortt Gap, Virginia, in October, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.77" of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Shortt Gap?

October is the first month it typically snows in Shortt Gap, Virginia. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Shortt Gap?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Shortt Gap?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shortt Gap have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Shortt Gap, Virginia, is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Shortt Gap?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Shortt Gap, VA

Average temperature in October - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Shortt Gap, VA

Average pressure in October - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Shortt Gap, VA

Average wind speed in October - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Shortt Gap, VA

Average humidity in October - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in October
Shortt Gap, VA

Average rainfall in October - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in October
Shortt Gap, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Shortt Gap, VA

Average snowfall in October - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Shortt Gap, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Shortt Gap, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Shortt Gap, 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: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Shortt Gap, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Shortt Gap, VA

Average UV index in October - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Shortt Gap, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in October
Shortt Gap, VA

Average visibility in October - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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