October weather forecast
Whitetop, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Whitetop, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average high of 63.3°F (17.4°C).

Temperature

During Whitetop's transition into October, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C). Whitetop cools down to an average low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

In Whitetop, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Whitetop, during October, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Whitetop, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.9 days and collects up to 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Whitetop. October is the first month it typically snows in Whitetop. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Whitetop, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.9 days and aggregates up to 20.67" (525mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Whitetop is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of October in Whitetop, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Whitetop?

Whitetop in October has an average high-temperature of 63.3°F (17.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Whitetop?

In Whitetop, Virginia, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October in Whitetop?

In Whitetop, in October, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Whitetop?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Whitetop have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Whitetop?

On the first day of October in Whitetop, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Whitetop have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Whitetop?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Whitetop is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in October
Whitetop, VA

Average temperature in October - Whitetop, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Whitetop, VA

Average pressure in October - Whitetop, 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
Whitetop, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in October
Whitetop, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Whitetop, VA

Average rainfall in October - Whitetop, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in October
Whitetop, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Whitetop, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Whitetop, VA

Average snowfall in October - Whitetop, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Whitetop, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Whitetop, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Whitetop, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Whitetop, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Whitetop, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Whitetop, VA

Average UV index in October - Whitetop, 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
Whitetop, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Whitetop, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Whitetop, VA

Average visibility in October - Whitetop, 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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