October weather forecast
Fairfield, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Fairfield, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 46°F (7.8°C) and max 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Temperature

The transition into October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C) in September to a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C). Fairfield encounters a steady low-temperature average of 46°F (7.8°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In Fairfield, Virginia, during October, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fairfield, there are 146.4 rainfall days, and 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October leads to these advisories:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C) and a low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In Fairfield, in October, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Fairfield have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairfield have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Fairfield is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Fairfield, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Fairfield, VA

Average pressure in October - Fairfield, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Fairfield, VA

Average wind speed in October - Fairfield, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Fairfield, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Fairfield, VA

Average rainfall in October - Fairfield, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in October
Fairfield, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Fairfield, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Fairfield, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Fairfield, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Fairfield, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • 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 December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Fairfield, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Fairfield, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Fairfield, VA

Average UV index in October - Fairfield, 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
Fairfield, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Fairfield, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

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 30).

Average visibility in October
Fairfield, VA

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

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

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