October weather forecast
Oakwood, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Oakwood, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 63.9°F (17.7°C).

Temperature

October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from September's warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) to a comfortable 63.9°F (17.7°C). Throughout the month of October, the average temperature dips to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) at night.

Humidity

In Oakwood, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Oakwood, in October, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Oakwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.2 snowfall days, and 18.03" (458mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Oakwood, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October in Oakwood, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Oakwood, Virginia, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C) and a low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How much does it rain in Oakwood in October?

In Oakwood, Virginia, during October, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Oakwood have in October?

In Oakwood, the average day length in October is 11h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Oakwood, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Oakwood have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Oakwood, VA

Average temperature in October - Oakwood, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Oakwood, VA

Average pressure in October - Oakwood, VA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Oakwood, VA

Average wind speed in October - Oakwood, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Oakwood, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Oakwood, VA

Average rainfall in October - Oakwood, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in October
Oakwood, VA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Oakwood, VA

Average snowfall in October - Oakwood, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Oakwood, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Oakwood, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Oakwood, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Oakwood, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Oakwood, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Oakwood, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Oakwood, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Oakwood, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Oakwood, VA

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

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

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