October weather forecast
Smithfield, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is an agreeable autumn month in Smithfield, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 70.2°F (21.2°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

Smithfield experiences a temperature shift at the start of October, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C) in September to a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C). During October, Smithfield's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Smithfield, in October, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Smithfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.5 days and collects up to 33.9" (861mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Smithfield, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in October leads to these guidelines:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Smithfield in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Smithfield, is 70.2°F (21.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 56.3°F (13.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, in Smithfield, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout October, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Smithfield have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Smithfield have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Smithfield, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Smithfield, VA

Average temperature in October - Smithfield, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Smithfield, VA

Average pressure in October - Smithfield, VA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"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
Smithfield, VA

Average wind speed in October - Smithfield, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Smithfield, VA

Average humidity in October - Smithfield, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Smithfield, VA

Average rainfall in October - Smithfield, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.52").

Average rainfall days in October
Smithfield, VA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Smithfield, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Smithfield, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Smithfield, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Smithfield, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Smithfield, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Smithfield, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Smithfield, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Smithfield, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Smithfield, VA

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

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

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