October weather forecast
Great Falls, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Great Falls, Virginia, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 66.2°F (19°C).

Temperature

With October's arrival, Great Falls sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a moderately hot 78.4°F (25.8°C) in September to a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C). An average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) is anticipated throughout the nights in Great Falls during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Great Falls, in October, during 12 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.8 rainfall days, and 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Great Falls?

Great Falls in October has an average high-temperature of 66.2°F (19°C) and an average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Great Falls, during October, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Great Falls, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Great Falls, 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 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Great Falls have in October?

In Great Falls, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Great Falls, VA

Average temperature in October - Great Falls, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.2°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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Great Falls, VA

Average pressure in October - Great Falls, 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
Great Falls, VA

Average wind speed in October - Great Falls, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Great Falls, VA

Average humidity in October - Great Falls, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Great Falls, VA

Average rainfall in October - Great Falls, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in October
Great Falls, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Great Falls, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Great Falls, VA

Average snowfall in October - Great Falls, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Great Falls, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Great Falls, 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
Great Falls, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Great Falls, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Great Falls, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Great Falls, VA

Average UV index in October - Great Falls, 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
Great Falls, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Great Falls, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Great Falls, VA

Average visibility in October - Great Falls, 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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