October weather forecast
Big Island, VA

Share

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Big Island, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 65.5°F (18.6°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from September's warm 77.5°F (25.3°C) to an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C). Big Island's average low-temperature during October nights is observed to be a frosty 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

In Big Island, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In Big Island, in October, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.4 rainfall days, and 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Big Island, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Big Island, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in Big Island, records 65.5°F (18.6°C), while the low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Big Island, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How many days does it rain in October in Big Island?

In Big Island, in October, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Big Island, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

In Big Island, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Big Island, Virginia, the average day length in October is 11h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Big Island, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Big Island, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Big Island, VA

Average temperature in October - Big Island, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Big Island, VA

Average pressure in October - Big Island, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Big Island, VA

Average wind speed in October - Big Island, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Big Island, VA

Average humidity in October - Big Island, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Big Island, VA

Average rainfall in October - Big Island, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in October
Big Island, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Big Island, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Big Island, VA

Average snowfall in October - Big Island, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Big Island, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Big Island, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Big Island, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Big Island, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Big Island, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Big Island, VA

Average UV index in October - Big Island, 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
Big Island, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Big Island, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Big Island, VA

Average visibility in October - Big Island, 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).

Big Island, Virginia, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location