October weather forecastAmherst, VA
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in Amherst, Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.6°F (9.2°C) and max 67.5°F (19.7°C).Temperature
Arrival of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 79.5°F (26.4°C) in September to an enjoyable 67.5°F (19.7°C). Amherst's average low-temperature in the month of October is recorded at a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C).Humidity
In Amherst, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout October, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Amherst, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.7 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Amherst, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.1 days and aggregates up to 10.94" (278mm) of snow.Daylight
In Amherst, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.9h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Amherst, VA
- Average high temperature in October: 67.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 48.6°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 (27.7°F).
Average pressure in October
Amherst, VA
- Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Amherst, VA
- Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in October
Amherst, VA
- Average humidity in October: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Amherst, VA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.56"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in October
Amherst, VA
- Average rainfall days in October: 11 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in October
Amherst, VA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Amherst, VA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Amherst, VA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Amherst, VA
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in October
Amherst, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Amherst, VA
- Average cloud cover in October: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in October
Amherst, VA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
