October weather forecast
Merchant, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Merchant, Virginia, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 69.6°F (20.9°C) and 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

October's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's moderately hot 81.1°F (27.3°C) to a pleasant 69.6°F (20.9°C). Throughout October, Merchant witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Merchant, in October, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.5 rainfall days, and 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Merchant, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In Merchant, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in October transforms into this advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In October, in Merchant, the average high-temperature is 69.6°F (20.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.8°F (11°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October in Merchant, Virginia, is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Merchant, in October, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Merchant, the average day length in October is 11h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Merchant, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 69.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Merchant, VA

Average pressure in October - Merchant, VA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"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
Merchant, VA

Average wind speed in October - Merchant, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Merchant, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Merchant, VA

Average rainfall in October - Merchant, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Merchant, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Merchant, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Merchant, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Merchant, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.2 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
Merchant, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Merchant, VA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Merchant, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Merchant, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in October
Merchant, VA

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

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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Merchant, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Merchant, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Merchant, VA

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

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

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