October weather forecastVirginia Beach, VA
October
Weather in October
October in Virginia Beach, Virginia is fully within the embrace of fall, presenting a different weather personality every day. Variations in weather are pronounced with cool nights, mild days, frequent rainfall, and gusty winds. The drop in sea temperature to 68.8°F (20.4°C), combined with the waning daylight hours, indicate a shift towards the cooler end of the spectrum. Replete with the charm of falling leaves and the onset of sweater weather, October’s blend of mild and crisp weather conditions makes it a delightful month. The array of vibrant fall colors during this time is a spectacle to behold, creating an artist's palette in nature.Temperature
October's onset brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from a moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C) in September to an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C). October nights witness a slight temperature decrease, averaging at a moderate 60.3°F (15.7°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.Rainfall
In Virginia Beach, in October, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134.5 rainfall days, and 14.21" (361mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Virginia Beach, snow does not fall in April through November.Ocean temperature
In October, the average ocean temperature is 68.9°F (20.5°C).Note: Most people do not find pleasure in swimming when the water temperature is 68.9°F (20.5°C). Breathing becomes increasingly difficult to manage as the water temperature drops from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).
Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Virginia Beach, the average sunshine in October is 6h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average high temperature in October: 69.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 60.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).
Average pressure in October
Virginia Beach, 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).
Average wind speed in October
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average wind speed in October: 11mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).
Average humidity in October
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average humidity in October: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).
Average rainfall in October
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average rainfall in October: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.75").
Average rainfall days in October
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average sea temperature in October: 68.8°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (41.8°F).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min
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 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average UV index in October: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average cloud cover in October: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in October
Virginia Beach, 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).
