October weather forecast
Swimley, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Swimley, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 46.2°F (7.9°C) and max 65.1°F (18.4°C).

Temperature

October shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from September's warm 77°F (25°C) to an enjoyable 65.1°F (18.4°C). During October, the average low-temperature is a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Swimley, during October, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In Swimley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.4 days and collects up to 23.5" (597mm) 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 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.9 snowfall days, and 9.69" (246mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.
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 7:39 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In Swimley, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during October morphs into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Swimley?

Swimley in October has an average high-temperature of 65.1°F (18.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Swimley, during October, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Swimley have in October?

In Swimley, the average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

What time 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 7:39 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Swimley have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Swimley?

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

Average temperature in October - Swimley, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Swimley, VA

Average pressure in October - Swimley, 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
Swimley, VA

Average wind speed in October - Swimley, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Swimley, VA

Average humidity in October - Swimley, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Swimley, VA

Average rainfall in October - Swimley, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.01"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

Average rainfall days in October
Swimley, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Swimley, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Swimley, VA

Average snowfall in October - Swimley, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Swimley, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Swimley, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Swimley, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Swimley, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Swimley, VA

Average UV index in October - Swimley, 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
Swimley, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Swimley, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Swimley, VA

Average visibility in October - Swimley, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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