October weather forecast
Mount Sidney, VA

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Weather in October

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

Temperature

October involves a decrease in temperature, down from a moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a comfortable 64.4°F (18°C). In Mount Sidney, October nights cool down to an average of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Mount Sidney. 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 Mount Sidney, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.7 days and aggregates up to 16.69" (424mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Mount Sidney is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October in Mount Sidney, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Mount Sidney, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In Mount Sidney, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mount Sidney in October?

During October, Mount Sidney experiences an average high-temperature of 64.4°F (18°C) and a low-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C). 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 are the most humid months in Mount Sidney?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Mount Sidney?

The average relative humidity in October in Mount Sidney, Virginia, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October in Mount Sidney?

In Mount Sidney, 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 in Mount Sidney?

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

What is the average length of the day in October in Mount Sidney?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Mount Sidney?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Mount Sidney?

The average sunshine duration in October in Mount Sidney, Virginia, is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in Mount Sidney?

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

Average temperature in October - Mount Sidney, 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
Mount Sidney, VA

Average pressure in October - Mount Sidney, 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
Mount Sidney, VA

Average wind speed in October - Mount Sidney, 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
Mount Sidney, VA

Average humidity in October - Mount Sidney, 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
Mount Sidney, VA

Average rainfall in October - Mount Sidney, 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
Mount Sidney, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Mount Sidney, 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
Mount Sidney, VA

Average snowfall in October - Mount Sidney, 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
Mount Sidney, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Mount Sidney, 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
Mount Sidney, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mount Sidney, 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 36min).

  • 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
Mount Sidney, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Mount Sidney, 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
Mount Sidney, VA

Average UV index in October - Mount Sidney, 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
Mount Sidney, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Mount Sidney, 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
Mount Sidney, VA

Average visibility in October - Mount Sidney, 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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