October weather forecast
Covington, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Covington, Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.7°F (17.6°C) and 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

In October, the average high-temperature goes from a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C). October brings an average low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) to Covington.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Covington are February, May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Covington, during October, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170 rainfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Covington, during the entire year, snow falls for 24 days and aggregates up to 13.98" (355mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Covington, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of October in Covington, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Covington is 5.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Covington is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Covington in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Covington, is 63.7°F (17.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 44.6°F (7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Covington?

The months with the highest humidity in Covington, Virginia, are February, May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in October in Covington?

In October, the average relative humidity in Covington, Virginia, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October in Covington?

In Covington, during October, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Covington?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Covington?

The average day length in October in Covington, Virginia, is 11h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Covington?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Covington, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Covington have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Covington is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Covington?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Covington, VA

Average temperature in October - Covington, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Covington, VA

Average pressure in October - Covington, 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
Covington, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Covington, VA

Average humidity in October - Covington, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Covington, VA

Average rainfall in October - Covington, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in October
Covington, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Covington, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).

Average snowfall in October
Covington, VA

Average snowfall in October - Covington, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Covington, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Covington, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Covington, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Covington, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Covington, VA

Average UV index in October - Covington, 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
Covington, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Covington, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and November (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Covington, VA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (4mi).

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