October weather forecast
Prater, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Prater, Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.3°F (18.5°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

The beginning of October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a warm 77.4°F (25.2°C) in September to a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). During October, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 45.7°F (7.6°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout October, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Prater, there are 169.1 rainfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Prater. October is the first month it typically snows in Prater. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 1.02" (26mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 22.36" (568mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Prater, Virginia, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Prater in October?

October temperatures in Prater, Virginia, vary between a high-temperature of 65.3°F (18.5°C) and a low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Prater?

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October in Prater?

In October, in Prater, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout October, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Prater?

October is the first month it typically snows in Prater. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Prater have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Prater?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Prater, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Prater?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October in Prater?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in October
Prater, VA

Average temperature in October - Prater, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.7°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 (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Prater, VA

Average pressure in October - Prater, VA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

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

Average wind speed in October
Prater, VA

Average wind speed in October - Prater, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Prater, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Prater, VA

Average rainfall in October - Prater, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in October
Prater, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Prater, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Prater, VA

Average snowfall in October - Prater, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Prater, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Prater, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Prater, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Prater, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Prater, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Prater, VA

Average UV index in October - Prater, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Prater, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Prater, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

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 35).

Average visibility in October
Prater, VA

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

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

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