October weather forecast
Mechanicsville, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Mechanicsville, Virginia, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 52°F (11.1°C) and 69.8°F (21°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, shifting from a warm 81.3°F (27.4°C) in September to a pleasant 69.8°F (21°C). During October, Mechanicsville records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 52°F (11.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout October, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mechanicsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Mechanicsville, the average length of the day in October 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, in Mechanicsville, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Mechanicsville, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mechanicsville in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 69.8°F (21°C) and 52°F (11.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Mechanicsville, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Mechanicsville, in October, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Mechanicsville have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Mechanicsville, 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 Mechanicsville have in October?

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

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. 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
Mechanicsville, VA

Average temperature in October - Mechanicsville, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 69.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Mechanicsville, VA

Average pressure in October - Mechanicsville, 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
Mechanicsville, VA

Average wind speed in October - Mechanicsville, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Mechanicsville, VA

Average humidity in October - Mechanicsville, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in October
Mechanicsville, VA

Average rainfall in October - Mechanicsville, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in October
Mechanicsville, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Mechanicsville, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mechanicsville, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mechanicsville, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 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
Mechanicsville, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mechanicsville, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mechanicsville, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Mechanicsville, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Mechanicsville, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Mechanicsville, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Mechanicsville, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Mechanicsville, VA

Average visibility in October - Mechanicsville, 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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