October weather forecast
Frederiksted, VI

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A sunny bright and clear sky lights up the scenic park near Frederiksted port, in the US Virgin Islands
A sunny bright and clear sky lights up the scenic park near Frederiksted port, in the US Virgin Islands

Weather in October

October in Frederiksted continues to experience balmy weather with temperatures floating between 84.2°F (29°C) and 82.2°F (27.9°C). Soaked in 11.7 hours of daylight, Frederiksted continues to bask under the sun for 7.3 hours on average daily. The wind speed experiences a gentle dip. A significant feature of the month is the regular occurrence of rain, marking 23.5 days with precipitation.

Temperature

Frederiksted's peak temperatures tend to occur in September and October, with an average high-temperature of 84.2°F (29°C).

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Frederiksted, in October, during 23.5 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Frederiksted, during the entire year, the rain falls for 254.5 days and collects up to 29.49" (749mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Frederiksted, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 44min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 6:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:47 pm AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in October translates into the following instructions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month?

In Frederiksted, September and October are characterised by the peak of temperatures, recording an average high of 84.2°F (29°C).

How hot does it get in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Frederiksted, is 84.2°F (29°C) and the average low-temperature is 82.2°F (27.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in October is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Frederiksted, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Frederiksted, in October, during 23.5 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Frederiksted have in October?

In October, the average day length in Frederiksted is 11h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 6:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:47 pm AST.

How many hours of sunshine does Frederiksted have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Frederiksted?

The months with the highest UV index in Frederiksted are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Frederiksted, VI

Average temperature in October - Frederiksted, VI
  • Average high temperature in October: 84.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (78.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 82.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (82.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (76.6°F).

Average pressure in October
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Average pressure in October - Frederiksted, VI
  • Average pressure in October: 29.9"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, February and June (30.01"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
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Average wind speed in October - Frederiksted, VI
  • Average wind speed in October: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (14.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11mph).

Average humidity in October
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Average humidity in October - Frederiksted, VI
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (75%).

Average rainfall in October
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Average rainfall in October - Frederiksted, VI
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").

Average rainfall days in October
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Average rainfall days in October - Frederiksted, VI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 23.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16.7 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
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Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Frederiksted, VI
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
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Average sunshine days in October - Frederiksted, VI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 4.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (7.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.8 days).

Average UV index in October
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Average UV index in October - Frederiksted, VI
  • Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in October
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Average cloud cover in October - Frederiksted, VI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are May and July (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
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Average visibility in October - Frederiksted, VI
  • 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).

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