October weather forecast
Drakes Corner, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Drakes Corner, Virginia, is another pleasant autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 53.6°F (12°C) and an average high of 70.2°F (21.2°C).

Temperature

Start of October brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's warm 80.8°F (27.1°C) to an agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C). During October, the nighttime temperature averages to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Drakes Corner, during October, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Drakes Corner, there are 173.1 rainfall days, and 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Drakes Corner, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Drakes Corner, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of October, in Drakes Corner, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Drakes Corner, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In Drakes Corner, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In Drakes Corner, 70.2°F (21.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 53.6°F (12°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Drakes Corner, Virginia, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout October, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Drakes Corner, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in October?

In Drakes Corner, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Drakes Corner, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Drakes Corner?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Drakes Corner, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
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Average UV index
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Average temperature in October
Drakes Corner, VA

Average temperature in October - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Drakes Corner, VA

Average pressure in October - Drakes Corner, 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
Drakes Corner, VA

Average wind speed in October - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Drakes Corner, VA

Average humidity in October - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Drakes Corner, VA

Average rainfall in October - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in October
Drakes Corner, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Drakes Corner, VA

Average snowfall in October - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Drakes Corner, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Drakes Corner, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Drakes Corner, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Drakes Corner, VA

Average UV index in October - Drakes Corner, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Drakes Corner, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

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

Average visibility in October
Drakes Corner, VA

Average visibility in October - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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