October weather forecast
Spottswood, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Spottswood, Virginia, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 64.2°F (17.9°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of October marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C) in September to a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C). Nighttime temperatures in Spottswood hover around an average low of 45.5°F (7.5°C) in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Spottswood, Virginia, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Spottswood, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Spottswood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.9 days and collects up to 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Spottswood, Virginia. October is the first month it typically snows in Spottswood, Virginia. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.9 snowfall days, and 19.02" (483mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Spottswood is 5.6h.

UV index

In Spottswood, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Spottswood?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Spottswood, is 64.2°F (17.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Spottswood?

The average relative humidity in October in Spottswood, Virginia, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Spottswood in October?

In October, in Spottswood, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout October, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Spottswood?

October is the first month it typically snows in Spottswood, Virginia. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Spottswood have in October?

In Spottswood, Virginia, the average day length in October is 11h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Spottswood?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Spottswood, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Spottswood?

In Spottswood, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Spottswood?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Spottswood, VA

Average temperature in October - Spottswood, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Spottswood, VA

Average pressure in October - Spottswood, 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
Spottswood, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in October
Spottswood, VA

Average humidity in October - Spottswood, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Spottswood, VA

Average rainfall in October - Spottswood, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in October
Spottswood, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Spottswood, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Spottswood, VA

Average snowfall in October - Spottswood, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Spottswood, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Spottswood, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.1 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
Spottswood, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Spottswood, VA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Spottswood, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Spottswood, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Spottswood, VA

Average UV index in October - Spottswood, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Spottswood, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Spottswood, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in October
Spottswood, VA

Average visibility in October - Spottswood, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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