October weather forecast
McGaheysville, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in McGaheysville, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and an average high of 64.4°F (18°C).

Temperature

The onset of October coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a comfortable 64.4°F (18°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) throughout October.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In McGaheysville, during October, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. In McGaheysville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.3 days and collects up to 30.08" (764mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In McGaheysville, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.7 days and aggregates up to 16.69" (424mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in McGaheysville is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in October, in McGaheysville, is 64.4°F (18°C), while the average low-temperature is 45.3°F (7.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In McGaheysville, during October, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does McGaheysville have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does McGaheysville have in October?

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

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
McGaheysville, VA

Average temperature in October - McGaheysville, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in October
McGaheysville, VA

Average pressure in October - McGaheysville, VA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
McGaheysville, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
McGaheysville, VA

Average humidity in October - McGaheysville, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, June and July (74%).

Average rainfall in October
McGaheysville, VA

Average rainfall in October - McGaheysville, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in October
McGaheysville, VA

Average rainfall days in October - McGaheysville, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
McGaheysville, VA

Average snowfall in October - McGaheysville, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
McGaheysville, VA

Average snowfall days in October - McGaheysville, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - McGaheysville, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
McGaheysville, VA

Average sunshine days in October - McGaheysville, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
McGaheysville, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
McGaheysville, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
McGaheysville, VA

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

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

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