October weather forecast
Carterton, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Carterton, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 65.5°F (18.6°C) and an average low of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

Carterton observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's moderately hot 77.2°F (25.1°C) to a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C). Throughout October, Carterton registers a consistent average low-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Humidity

In Carterton, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Carterton, in October, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Carterton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.7 days and collects up to 36.69" (932mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Carterton, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.9 days and aggregates up to 19.8" (503mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Carterton is 6.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Carterton, records 65.5°F (18.6°C), while the low-temperature is 45.3°F (7.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Carterton, during October, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Carterton have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Carterton, VA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Carterton, VA

Average pressure in October - Carterton, VA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Carterton, VA

Average wind speed in October - Carterton, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Carterton, VA

Average humidity in October - Carterton, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Carterton, VA

Average rainfall in October - Carterton, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in October
Carterton, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Carterton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Carterton, VA

Average snowfall in October - Carterton, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Carterton, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Carterton, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Carterton, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Carterton, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Carterton, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Carterton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Carterton, VA

Average UV index in October - Carterton, VA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Carterton, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Carterton, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Carterton, VA

Average visibility in October - Carterton, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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