October weather forecast
Herndon Heights, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Herndon Heights, West Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average high of 63.7°F (17.6°C).

Temperature

October's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a moderately hot 75.9°F (24.4°C) in September to a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C). During October nights, Herndon Heights witnesses a consistent average temperature of 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Herndon Heights, West Virginia, is 79%.

Rainfall

In Herndon Heights, in October, during 13 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.7 rainfall days, and 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.3 snowfall days, and 27.09" (688mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

In Herndon Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C) and a low-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Herndon Heights, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Herndon Heights, in October, during 13 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Herndon Heights, the average day length in October is 11h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Herndon Heights have in October?

In Herndon Heights, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Herndon Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Herndon Heights, WV

Average temperature in October - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Herndon Heights, WV

Average pressure in October - Herndon Heights, WV
  • 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
Herndon Heights, WV

Average wind speed in October - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Herndon Heights, WV

Average humidity in October - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Herndon Heights, WV

Average rainfall in October - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in October
Herndon Heights, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Herndon Heights, WV

Average snowfall in October - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Herndon Heights, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Herndon Heights, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Herndon Heights, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Herndon Heights, WV

Average UV index in October - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Herndon Heights, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Herndon Heights, WV

Average visibility in October - Herndon Heights, WV
  • 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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