October weather forecast
Free Union, VA

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Weather in October

October further embraces autumn, offering crisp days and chilly nights. It's a month of transformation when summer greenery gives way to fall colors. With the weather growing increasingly colder, it's time to take out the jackets and hoodies. Despite sporadic rainfall, October offers quintessential fall weather that residents and tourists find enthralling. The weather and stunning fall colors make October a picturesque time in Free Union.

Temperature

The beginning of October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C) in September to an enjoyable 67.1°F (19.5°C). October is noted for a mean low-temperature of 48°F (8.9°C).

Humidity

May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Free Union, in October, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Free Union, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

In Free Union, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during October translates into the following directions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In Free Union, 67.1°F (19.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 48°F (8.9°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Free Union, in October, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Free Union?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Free Union have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

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

How high is the UV index in October?

In Free Union, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Free Union, VA

Average temperature in October - Free Union, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Free Union, VA

Average pressure in October - Free Union, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Free Union, VA

Average wind speed in October - Free Union, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Free Union, VA

Average humidity in October - Free Union, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Free Union, VA

Average rainfall in October - Free Union, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

Average rainfall days in October
Free Union, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Free Union, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Free Union, VA

Average snowfall in October - Free Union, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Free Union, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Free Union, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Free Union, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Free Union, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Free Union, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Free Union, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Free Union, VA

Average UV index in October - Free Union, 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
Free Union, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Free Union, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

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 31).

Average visibility in October
Free Union, VA

Average visibility in October - Free Union, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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