October weather forecast
Colonial Beach, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Colonial Beach, Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 52°F (11.1°C) and max 67.5°F (19.7°C).

Temperature

Onset of October comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a warm 79°F (26.1°C) in September to a comfortable 67.5°F (19.7°C). During October, an average low-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C) is observed.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Colonial Beach, in October, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Colonial Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.1 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Colonial Beach, snow does not fall in May through October.

Ocean temperature

In Colonial Beach, in October, the average water temperature is 68.2°F (20.1°C).
Note: Most people find swimming in 68.2°F (20.1°C) to be not enjoyable. The control of one's breathing becomes more challenging as the water temperature drops below 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Colonial Beach is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October in Colonial Beach, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in October translates into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

During October, Colonial Beach experiences an average high-temperature of 67.5°F (19.7°C) and a low-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Colonial Beach, during October, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Colonial Beach, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How cold is the water in October?

In Colonial Beach, the average seawater temperature in October is 68.2°F (20.1°C). For most, swimming in 68.2°F (20.1°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

What is the average length of the day in October in Colonial Beach?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Colonial Beach is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Colonial Beach, VA

Average pressure in October - Colonial Beach, 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
Colonial Beach, VA

Average wind speed in October - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Colonial Beach, VA

Average humidity in October - Colonial Beach, 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 April (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Colonial Beach, VA

Average rainfall in October - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.56"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in October
Colonial Beach, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Colonial Beach, VA

Average snowfall in October - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Colonial Beach, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

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

Average sea temperature in October
Colonial Beach, VA

Average sea temperature in October - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average sea temperature in October: 68.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (47.1°F).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Colonial Beach, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Colonial Beach, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Colonial Beach, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Colonial Beach, VA

Average UV index in October - Colonial Beach, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Colonial Beach, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Colonial Beach, 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 31).

Average visibility in October
Colonial Beach, VA

Average visibility in October - Colonial Beach, 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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