October weather forecast
The Plains, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in The Plains, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.2°F (9°C) and an average high of 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

The Plains's transition into October involves a shift in temperature, receding from a moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C) in September to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). During the month of October, the temperature falls to an average of 48.2°F (9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In The Plains, in October, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In The Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.5 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In The Plains, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In The Plains, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for The Plains in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in The Plains, is 65.8°F (18.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October in The Plains?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In The Plains, in October, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In The Plains, snow does not fall in June through October.

Does it snow in October?

In The Plains, 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 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - The Plains, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in October
The Plains, VA

Average pressure in October - The Plains, 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
The Plains, VA

Average wind speed in October - The Plains, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in October
The Plains, VA

Average humidity in October - The Plains, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in October
The Plains, VA

Average rainfall in October - The Plains, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
The Plains, VA

Average rainfall days in October - The Plains, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
The Plains, VA

Average snowfall in October - The Plains, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
The Plains, VA

Average snowfall days in October - The Plains, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
The Plains, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
The Plains, VA

Average sunshine days in October - The Plains, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
The Plains, VA

Average UV index in October - The Plains, 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
The Plains, VA

Average cloud cover in October - The Plains, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
The Plains, VA

Average visibility in October - The Plains, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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