October weather forecast
Elkwood, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Elkwood, Virginia, is another enjoyable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.4°F (9.1°C) and an average high of 66.6°F (19.2°C).

Temperature

October brings a drop in Elkwood's average high-temperature, falling from a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C) in September to a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C). During October, Elkwood sees a mean low-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Elkwood are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Elkwood, in October, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elkwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.4 days and collects up to 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Elkwood, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October in Elkwood, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Elkwood 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature, in October, in Elkwood, is 66.6°F (19.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 48.4°F (9.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Elkwood, in October, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Elkwood in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Elkwood have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Elkwood?

On the first day of October in Elkwood, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkwood have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Elkwood, VA

Average temperature in October - Elkwood, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Elkwood, VA

Average pressure in October - Elkwood, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Elkwood, VA

Average wind speed in October - Elkwood, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Elkwood, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Elkwood, VA

Average rainfall in October - Elkwood, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in October
Elkwood, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Elkwood, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Elkwood, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Elkwood, VA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 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
Elkwood, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Elkwood, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Elkwood, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Elkwood, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Elkwood, VA

Average UV index in October - Elkwood, 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
Elkwood, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Elkwood, VA

Average visibility in October - Elkwood, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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