October weather forecast
Rockville, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Rockville, Virginia, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 51.8°F (11°C) and 69.3°F (20.7°C).

Temperature

October is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a warm 81.3°F (27.4°C) in September to a pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C). Rockville cools down to an average low-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

In Rockville, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In Rockville, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rockville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.1 days and collects up to 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Rockville.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rockville in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Rockville, is 69.3°F (20.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 51.8°F (11°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Rockville, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockville have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Rockville, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Rockville, VA

Average temperature in October - Rockville, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 69.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Rockville, VA

Average pressure in October - Rockville, 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
Rockville, VA

Average wind speed in October - Rockville, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Rockville, VA

Average humidity in October - Rockville, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in October
Rockville, VA

Average rainfall in October - Rockville, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in October
Rockville, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Rockville, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rockville, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rockville, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Rockville, VA

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rockville, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Rockville, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Rockville, VA

Average UV index in October - Rockville, VA
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Rockville, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Rockville, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Rockville, VA

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

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

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