October weather forecastWinchester, VA
October
Weather in October
October accelerates the pace towards winter, as temperatures continue their downward trajectory. The maximum average temperatures now hover at 64°F (17.8°C). However, it offers a delightful autumnal atmosphere. It is the moment to don pullovers and enjoy the brilliant displays of fall colors. The advent of shorter days and longer nights also means fewer sunlight hours.Temperature
In October, the average high-temperature decreases from a warm 76.5°F (24.7°C) in September to a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C). October is noted for a mean low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 79%, October is the most humid month.Rainfall
In Winchester, during October, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Winchester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.2 days and collects up to 29.61" (752mm) 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 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Winchester, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.2 days and aggregates up to 17.83" (453mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Winchester is 11h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Winchester, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.UV index
In Winchester, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Winchester, VA
- Average high temperature in October: 64°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 45.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Winchester, 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
Winchester, VA
- Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Winchester, VA
- Average humidity in October: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in October
Winchester, VA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").
Average rainfall days in October
Winchester, VA
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Winchester, VA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Winchester, VA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Winchester, 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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Winchester, VA
- Average sunshine days in October: 15.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).
Average UV index in October
Winchester, 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
Winchester, VA
- Average cloud cover in October: 39
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in October
Winchester, VA
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, May, September and October (5mi).
