October weather forecast
Mount Jackson, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Mount Jackson, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.4°F (6.9°C) and max 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Temperature

The shift to October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C). In October, Mount Jackson records an average nighttime temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are September and October, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout October, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154 rainfall days, and 23.43" (595mm) 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 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Mount Jackson, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.9 days and aggregates up to 12.52" (318mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Mount Jackson, Virginia, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In Mount Jackson, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature during October is 63.5°F (17.5°C) and the low-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

September and October, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Mount Jackson, in October, during 10.9 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length in Mount Jackson is 11h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Mount Jackson, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Mount Jackson, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Mount Jackson, VA

Average temperature in October - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in October
Mount Jackson, VA

Average pressure in October - Mount Jackson, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Mount Jackson, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Mount Jackson, VA

Average humidity in October - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April, June, July and November (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Mount Jackson, VA

Average rainfall in October - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.3").

Average rainfall days in October
Mount Jackson, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mount Jackson, VA

Average snowfall in October - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mount Jackson, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mount Jackson, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mount Jackson, 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mount Jackson, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in October
Mount Jackson, VA

Average UV index in October - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Mount Jackson, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Mount Jackson, VA

Average visibility in October - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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