October weather forecast
Dayton, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Dayton, Virginia, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 63.7°F (17.6°C).

Temperature

October weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C). The average temperature during October nights is registered at a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Dayton are May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Dayton, Virginia, in October, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.3 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.3 snowfall days, and 16.89" (429mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dayton, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Dayton, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In Dayton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

Dayton in October has an average high-temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°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 calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Dayton.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How much does it rain in Dayton in October?

In Dayton, during October, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dayton have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Dayton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Dayton, VA

Average temperature in October - Dayton, 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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Dayton, VA

Average pressure in October - Dayton, VA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Dayton, VA

Average wind speed in October - Dayton, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Dayton, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Dayton, VA

Average rainfall in October - Dayton, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in October
Dayton, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Dayton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dayton, VA

Average snowfall in October - Dayton, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dayton, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Dayton, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dayton, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dayton, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Dayton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Dayton, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Dayton, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Dayton, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Dayton, VA

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

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

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