October weather forecast
Foster, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Foster, Virginia, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 56.3°F (13.5°C) and max 69.4°F (20.8°C).

Temperature

The transition into October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 79.9°F (26.6°C) in September to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). Foster temperatures generally rest at a low of 56.3°F (13.5°C) during the October nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In Foster, in October, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Foster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.3 days and collects up to 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during October translates into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Foster, records 69.4°F (20.8°C), while the low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Foster, in October, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Foster have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Foster have in October?

In Foster, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Foster, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. 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
Foster, VA

Average temperature in October - Foster, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Foster, VA

Average pressure in October - Foster, VA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Foster, VA

Average wind speed in October - Foster, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Foster, VA

Average humidity in October - Foster, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Foster, VA

Average rainfall in October - Foster, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in October
Foster, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Foster, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Foster, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Foster, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Foster, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Foster, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Foster, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Foster, VA

Average UV index in October - Foster, VA
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Foster, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Foster, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Foster, VA

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

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

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