October weather forecast
Rapidan, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Rapidan, Virginia, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.4°F (9.1°C) and 67.1°F (19.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of October brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a moderately hot 79.2°F (26.2°C) in September to a comfortable 67.1°F (19.5°C). October is noted for a mean low-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In Rapidan, Virginia, during October, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Rapidan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.3 days and collects up to 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Rapidan, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
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 6:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature during October is 67.1°F (19.5°C) and the low-temperature is 48.4°F (9.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout October, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Rapidan, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rapidan have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

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 6:13 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rapidan have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Rapidan, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Rapidan, VA

Average pressure in October - Rapidan, 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
Rapidan, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Rapidan, VA

Average humidity in October - Rapidan, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Rapidan, VA

Average rainfall in October - Rapidan, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Rapidan, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Rapidan, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rapidan, VA

Average snowfall in October - Rapidan, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rapidan, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Rapidan, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rapidan, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rapidan, VA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Rapidan, VA

Average UV index in October - Rapidan, 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
Rapidan, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Rapidan, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Rapidan, VA

Average visibility in October - Rapidan, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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