October weather forecast
Forest, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Forest, Virginia, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 67.8°F (19.9°C) and 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

In the transition to October, Forest observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 79.7°F (26.5°C) in September to a refreshing 67.8°F (19.9°C). Forest, during the month of October, experiences an average low-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout October, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 143 rainfall days, and 23.03" (585mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Forest is 11h and 13min.
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 7:41 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature during October is 67.8°F (19.9°C) and the low-temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Forest, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Forest, in October, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall in Forest, Virginia.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Forest have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Forest have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Forest, VA

Average temperature in October - Forest, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Forest, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Forest, VA

Average wind speed in October - Forest, 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
Forest, VA

Average humidity in October - Forest, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Forest, VA

Average rainfall in October - Forest, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in October
Forest, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Forest, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Forest, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Forest, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 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
Forest, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Forest, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Forest, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Forest, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Forest, VA

Average UV index in October - Forest, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Forest, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Forest, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Forest, VA

Average visibility in October - Forest, 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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