October weather forecast
Sulphur Springs Heights, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Sulphur Springs Heights, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 63.9°F (17.7°C) and an average low of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

Sulphur Springs Heights's weather in October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from September's moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C) to a comfortable 63.9°F (17.7°C). In the month of October, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sulphur Springs Heights, in October, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sulphur Springs Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.6 days and collects up to 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Sulphur Springs Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.9 days and aggregates up to 22.91" (582mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
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. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sulphur Springs Heights in October?

In Sulphur Springs Heights, 63.9°F (17.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 43.9°F (6.6°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Sulphur Springs Heights, in October, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Sulphur Springs Heights?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sulphur Springs Heights have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Sulphur Springs Heights?

In Sulphur Springs Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sulphur Springs Heights, VA

Average temperature in October - Sulphur Springs Heights, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Sulphur Springs Heights, VA

Average pressure in October - Sulphur Springs Heights, 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
Sulphur Springs Heights, VA

Average wind speed in October - Sulphur Springs Heights, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Sulphur Springs Heights, VA

Average humidity in October - Sulphur Springs Heights, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

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

Average rainfall in October
Sulphur Springs Heights, VA

Average rainfall in October - Sulphur Springs Heights, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in October
Sulphur Springs Heights, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Sulphur Springs Heights, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sulphur Springs Heights, VA

Average snowfall in October - Sulphur Springs Heights, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sulphur Springs Heights, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Sulphur Springs Heights, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sulphur Springs Heights, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sulphur Springs Heights, VA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sulphur Springs Heights, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Sulphur Springs Heights, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Sulphur Springs Heights, VA

Average UV index in October - Sulphur Springs Heights, 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
Sulphur Springs Heights, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Sulphur Springs Heights, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Sulphur Springs Heights, VA

Average visibility in October - Sulphur Springs Heights, 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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