October weather forecast
Franconia, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Franconia, Virginia, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 50.2°F (10.1°C) and max 66.4°F (19.1°C).

Temperature

As October begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C) in September to a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C). The average temperature during October nights dips to a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, October is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Franconia, in October, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Franconia, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.2 days and collects up to 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Franconia is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in October interprets into the following advice:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Franconia in October?

The high-temperature in Franconia, Virginia, during October is 66.4°F (19.1°C) and the low-temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in October in Franconia?

In Franconia, in October, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Franconia?

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

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Franconia have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Franconia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Franconia, VA

Average temperature in October - Franconia, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.4°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 (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Franconia, VA

Average pressure in October - Franconia, 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
Franconia, VA

Average wind speed in October - Franconia, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Franconia, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Franconia, VA

Average rainfall in October - Franconia, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in October
Franconia, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Franconia, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Franconia, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Franconia, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Franconia, 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 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Franconia, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Franconia, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Franconia, VA

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

Average cloud cover in October
Franconia, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Franconia, 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 30).

Average visibility in October
Franconia, VA

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

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

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