October weather forecast
Blue Ridge, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Blue Ridge, Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 46.8°F (8.2°C) and max 66.2°F (19°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in October, shifting from a moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C) in September to a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C). An average low-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) is expected in Blue Ridge during October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout October, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.1 rainfall days, and 14.76" (375mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Blue Ridge, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Blue Ridge, 66.2°F (19°C) is the average high-temperature and 46.8°F (8.2°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Blue Ridge, during October, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Blue Ridge, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

In Blue Ridge, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Blue Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Blue Ridge, VA

Average temperature in October - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Blue Ridge, VA

Average pressure in October - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Blue Ridge, VA

Average wind speed in October - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Blue Ridge, VA

Average humidity in October - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Blue Ridge, VA

Average rainfall in October - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").

Average rainfall days in October
Blue Ridge, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Blue Ridge, VA

Average snowfall in October - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Blue Ridge, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Blue Ridge, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Blue Ridge, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Blue Ridge, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Blue Ridge, VA

Average UV index in October - Blue Ridge, 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
Blue Ridge, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

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

Average visibility in October
Blue Ridge, VA

Average visibility in October - Blue Ridge, 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).

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