October weather forecast
Hollins, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Hollins, Virginia, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

Hollins's October weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a moderately hot 77.7°F (25.4°C) in September to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) is noted during the month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Hollins, in October, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.5 rainfall days, and 25.04" (636mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.9 snowfall days, and 11.42" (290mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Hollins is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Hollins, the average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout October, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Hollins, the average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. 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
Hollins, VA

Average temperature in October - Hollins, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Hollins, VA

Average pressure in October - Hollins, VA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Hollins, VA

Average wind speed in October - Hollins, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Hollins, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Hollins, VA

Average rainfall in October - Hollins, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in October
Hollins, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Hollins, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hollins, VA

Average snowfall in October - Hollins, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hollins, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Hollins, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hollins, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hollins, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Hollins, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Hollins, VA

Average UV index in October - Hollins, VA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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
Hollins, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Hollins, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Hollins, VA

Average visibility in October - Hollins, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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