October weather forecast
Short Pump, VA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Short Pump, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 51.8°F (11°C) and an average high of 69.3°F (20.7°C).

Temperature

The beginning of October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a warm 81.3°F (27.4°C) in September to an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C). Short Pump's nighttime temperature in October drops to an average of 51.8°F (11°C).

Humidity

In Short Pump, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In October, in Short Pump, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Short Pump, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.1 days and collects up to 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Short Pump, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Short Pump, Virginia, is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Short Pump is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Short Pump is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Short Pump?

Short Pump in October has an average high-temperature of 69.3°F (20.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Short Pump?

In Short Pump, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How much does it rain in Short Pump in October?

In Short Pump, Virginia, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Short Pump?

In Short Pump, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Short Pump in October?

In Short Pump, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Short Pump have in October?

In Short Pump, the average day length in October is 11h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Short Pump?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Short Pump?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Short Pump is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Short Pump?

In Short Pump, Virginia, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Short Pump, VA

Average temperature in October - Short Pump, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 69.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Short Pump, VA

Average pressure in October - Short Pump, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Short Pump, VA

Average wind speed in October - Short Pump, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Short Pump, VA

Average humidity in October - Short Pump, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

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Average rainfall in October
Short Pump, VA

Average rainfall in October - Short Pump, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in October
Short Pump, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Short Pump, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Short Pump, VA

Average snowfall in October - Short Pump, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Short Pump, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Short Pump, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Short Pump, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Short Pump, VA
  • 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Short Pump, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Short Pump, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Short Pump, VA

Average UV index in October - Short Pump, VA
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Short Pump, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Short Pump, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Short Pump, VA

Average visibility in October - Short Pump, 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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