October weather forecast
West McLean, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in West McLean, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66.4°F (19.1°C) and an average low of 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Temperature

October suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C) in September to a comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C). Throughout October, West McLean anticipates an average low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Humidity

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In West McLean, in October, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West McLean, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109 days and collects up to 9.29" (236mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In West McLean, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during October morphs into the following directions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in West McLean, is 66.4°F (19.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°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 appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity in West McLean are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in October in West McLean?

In West McLean, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In West McLean, during October, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall in West McLean.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does West McLean have 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 7:05 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In West McLean, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in West McLean?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
West McLean, VA

Average temperature in October - West McLean, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in October
West McLean, VA

Average pressure in October - West McLean, 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
West McLean, VA

Average wind speed in October - West McLean, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in October
West McLean, VA

Average humidity in October - West McLean, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in October
West McLean, VA

Average rainfall in October - West McLean, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
West McLean, VA

Average rainfall days in October - West McLean, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
West McLean, VA

Average snowfall in October - West McLean, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
West McLean, VA

Average snowfall days in October - West McLean, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
West McLean, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - West McLean, 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 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
West McLean, VA

Average sunshine days in October - West McLean, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in October
West McLean, VA

Average UV index in October - West McLean, VA
  • Average UV index in October: 4

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
West McLean, VA

Average cloud cover in October - West McLean, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

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
West McLean, VA

Average visibility in October - West McLean, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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