October weather forecast
Palmers Crossroads, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Palmers Crossroads, Virginia, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

Palmers Crossroads's October weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from September's warm 78.1°F (25.6°C) to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). Throughout the month of October, Palmers Crossroads reports a steady low-temperature average of 48.2°F (9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In Palmers Crossroads, in October, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Palmers Crossroads, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.5 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Palmers Crossroads, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Palmers Crossroads is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Palmers Crossroads in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Palmers Crossroads, is 65.8°F (18.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Palmers Crossroads, during October, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Palmers Crossroads have in October?

In Palmers Crossroads, Virginia, the average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Palmers Crossroads?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Palmers Crossroads, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average temperature in October - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average pressure in October - Palmers Crossroads, 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
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average wind speed in October - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average humidity in October - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average rainfall in October - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average snowfall in October - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Palmers Crossroads, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average UV index in October - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average visibility in October - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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