October weather forecastWaterford, VA

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Waterford, Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48°F (8.9°C) and an average high of 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Temperature

As October commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a moderately hot 77.7°F (25.4°C) in September to a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C). The average low-temperature in Waterford during October nights is a chilly 48°F (8.9°C).

Humidity

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Waterford.

Rainfall

In Waterford, Virginia, in October, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Waterford, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.6 days and collects up to 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Waterford, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Waterford is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Waterford is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Waterford is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Waterford are 65.3°F (18.5°C) and 48°F (8.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Waterford.

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

In Waterford, Virginia, during October, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

In Waterford, Virginia, snow does not fall in May through October.

In Waterford, Virginia, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

The average day length in October in Waterford is 11h and 10min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waterford, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EDT.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Waterford is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Waterford, VA

  • Average high temperature in October: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Waterford, VA

  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Waterford, VA

  • Average wind speed in October: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Waterford, VA

  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Waterford, VA

  • Average rainfall in October: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in October
Waterford, VA

  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Waterford, VA

  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Waterford, VA

  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Waterford, VA

  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Waterford, VA

  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Waterford, VA

  • Average UV index in October: 3

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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Waterford, VA

  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Waterford, VA

  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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