October weather forecast
Iron Gate, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Iron Gate, Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.6°F (7°C) and 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Temperature

The transition into October is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C) in September to an enjoyable 64.2°F (17.9°C). Iron Gate witnesses an average low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

In Iron Gate, Virginia, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout October, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Iron Gate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.7 days and collects up to 21.3" (541mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Iron Gate. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.9 snowfall days, and 10.87" (276mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

In Iron Gate, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Iron Gate, 64.2°F (17.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.6°F (7°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity in Iron Gate is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Iron Gate, in October, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically 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 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Iron Gate have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration 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 moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Iron Gate, VA

Average temperature in October - Iron Gate, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Iron Gate, VA

Average pressure in October - Iron Gate, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Iron Gate, VA

Average wind speed in October - Iron Gate, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Iron Gate, VA

Average humidity in October - Iron Gate, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Iron Gate, VA

Average rainfall in October - Iron Gate, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in October
Iron Gate, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Iron Gate, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Iron Gate, VA

Average snowfall in October - Iron Gate, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Iron Gate, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Iron Gate, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Iron Gate, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Iron Gate, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Iron Gate, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Iron Gate, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Iron Gate, VA

Average UV index in October - Iron Gate, VA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Iron Gate, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Iron Gate, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Iron Gate, VA

Average visibility in October - Iron Gate, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (4mi).

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