October weather forecast
Cardinal Forest, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Cardinal Forest, Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and an average low of 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Temperature

The commencement of October involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C) in September to an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C). During the month of October, Cardinal Forest anticipates a mean low-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Cardinal Forest, in October, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.5 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Cardinal Forest, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Cardinal Forest is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Cardinal Forest, is 66.7°F (19.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Cardinal Forest, during October, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Cardinal Forest, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

In Cardinal Forest, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Cardinal Forest have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cardinal Forest, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Cardinal Forest is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average temperature in October - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average pressure in October - Cardinal Forest, 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
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average wind speed in October - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average humidity in October - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average rainfall in October - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.09").

Average rainfall days in October
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average snowfall in October - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
Cardinal Forest, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average UV index in October - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average UV index in October: 4

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
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average visibility in October - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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