October weather forecast
Elkton, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Elkton, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 64.4°F (18°C).

Temperature

October ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from September's moderately hot 75.9°F (24.4°C) to a refreshing 64.4°F (18°C). During the month of October, an average temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Elkton, in October, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 64.9 rainfall days, and 5.51" (140mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Elkton, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Elkton, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Elkton, is 64.4°F (18°C) and the average low-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Elkton, during October, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Elkton, Virginia, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Elkton?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate 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
Elkton, VA

Average temperature in October - Elkton, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.4°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 (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Elkton, VA

Average pressure in October - Elkton, 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
Elkton, VA

Average wind speed in October - Elkton, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Elkton, VA

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

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

Average rainfall in October
Elkton, VA

Average rainfall in October - Elkton, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.16").

Average rainfall days in October
Elkton, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Elkton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (7.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Elkton, VA

Average snowfall in October - Elkton, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Elkton, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Elkton, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Elkton, 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 4min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Elkton, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Elkton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 25.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (25.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April, May and August (21.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Elkton, VA

Average UV index in October - Elkton, 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
Elkton, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Elkton, VA

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

The months with the highest visibility are July and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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