October weather forecast
Dryden, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Dryden, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45.7°F (7.6°C) and an average high of 66.2°F (19°C).

Temperature

The onset of October comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 78.3°F (25.7°C) in September to a refreshing 66.2°F (19°C). In October, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Dryden, during October, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Dryden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.3 days and collects up to 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30 snowfall days, and 12.44" (316mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dryden, Virginia, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

In Dryden, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

During October, Dryden experiences an average high-temperature of 66.2°F (19°C) and a low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Dryden, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, in Dryden, Virginia, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout October, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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 7:27 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Dryden, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Dryden, VA

Average temperature in October - Dryden, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.7°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 (26.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Dryden, VA

Average pressure in October - Dryden, VA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Dryden, VA

Average wind speed in October - Dryden, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Dryden, VA

Average humidity in October - Dryden, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Dryden, VA

Average rainfall in October - Dryden, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Dryden, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Dryden, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dryden, VA

Average snowfall in October - Dryden, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dryden, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Dryden, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dryden, 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: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dryden, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Dryden, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in October
Dryden, VA

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

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Dryden, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Dryden, VA

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

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

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