October weather forecast
Hanover, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is an agreeable autumn month in Hanover, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.6°F (10.9°C) and 68.7°F (20.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a moderately hot 80.8°F (27.1°C) to an agreeable 68.7°F (20.4°C). In October, Hanover experiences a temperature dip to an average of 51.6°F (10.9°C) at night.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Hanover, during October, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Hanover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.8 days and collects up to 27.09" (688mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Hanover is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:11 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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in October translates into these instructions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, in Hanover, the average high-temperature is 68.7°F (20.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in Hanover in October?

In Hanover, in October, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Hanover?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hanover have in October?

In Hanover, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Hanover, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Hanover, VA

Average temperature in October - Hanover, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Hanover, VA

Average pressure in October - Hanover, 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
Hanover, VA

Average wind speed in October - Hanover, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Hanover, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Hanover, VA

Average rainfall in October - Hanover, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in October
Hanover, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Hanover, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hanover, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hanover, VA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.8 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
Hanover, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hanover, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hanover, VA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Hanover, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Hanover, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Hanover, 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 32).

Average visibility in October
Hanover, VA

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

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

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