October weather forecast
Colonial Heights, VA

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Weather in October

The autumn weather truly sets in during October in Colonial Heights, Virginia, with falling temperatures and changing leaves. Decreasing daylight hours and a cooling of average high temperatures marks the transition into autumn. October weather shows a significant drop from previous months, with highs reaching up to 69.8°F (21°C). Despite the gentle transition into autumn, rain showers persist and contribute to the city's overall annual rainfall. Virginia's fall colors and cooler temperatures make October a picturesque period in Colonial Heights.

Temperature

During the transition into October, Colonial Heights observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 81.1°F (27.3°C) in September to a pleasant 69.8°F (21°C). The month of October records an average low-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C).

Humidity

In Colonial Heights, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Colonial Heights, during October, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Colonial Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.6 days and collects up to 9.96" (253mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

UV index

In Colonial Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in October transforms into this advice:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 69.8°F (21°C) and 52°F (11.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Colonial Heights, during October, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Colonial Heights, 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 7:05 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Colonial Heights, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Colonial Heights, VA

Average temperature in October - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 69.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.3°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 (30°F).

Average pressure in October
Colonial Heights, VA

Average pressure in October - Colonial Heights, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Colonial Heights, VA

Average wind speed in October - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Colonial Heights, VA

Average humidity in October - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Colonial Heights, VA

Average rainfall in October - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Colonial Heights, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Colonial Heights, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Colonial Heights, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.8 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
Colonial Heights, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Colonial Heights, 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: 5h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Colonial Heights, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Colonial Heights, VA

Average UV index in October - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Colonial Heights, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Colonial Heights, VA

Average visibility in October - Colonial Heights, 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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