October weather forecast
Slate, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Slate, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.9°F (6.6°C) and max 63.9°F (17.7°C).

Temperature

The start of October signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.9°F (17.7°C). Slate registers a consistent average low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) during October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Slate, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.2 days and aggregates up to 18.03" (458mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

In Slate, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Slate, is 63.9°F (17.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Slate, in October, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

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

What is the average length of the day in October in Slate?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Slate have in October?

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

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Slate, VA

Average temperature in October - Slate, 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
Slate, VA

Average pressure in October - Slate, 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
Slate, VA

Average wind speed in October - Slate, 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
Slate, VA

Average humidity in October - Slate, 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
Slate, VA

Average rainfall in October - Slate, 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
Slate, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Slate, 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
Slate, VA

Average snowfall in October - Slate, 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
Slate, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Slate, 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
Slate, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Slate, 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: 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
Slate, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Slate, 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
Slate, VA

Average UV index in October - Slate, 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
Slate, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Slate, 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
Slate, VA

Average visibility in October - Slate, 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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