October weather forecastCharlottesville, VA

The beautiful sunrise over Charlottesville, VirginiaThe beautiful sunrise over Charlottesville, Virginia

October

Weather in October

October is visually the most stunning month in Charlottesville as the city is blanketed with autumn leaves. With temperatures declining further down to 67.1°F (19.5°C) and humidity remaining constant, the atmosphere is brisk and refreshing. October is synonymous with the beautiful fall foliage that the city witnesses, making it a photographer's paradise. Days become significantly shorter, and the chill in the air starts creeping in. Falling leaves and cool breezes earmark the pre-winter season, preparing the city for the upcoming cold.

Temperature

The onset of October entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C) in September to an enjoyable 67.1°F (19.5°C). During the month of October, Charlottesville's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 48°F (8.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout October, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Charlottesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Charlottesville, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Charlottesville, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In Charlottesville, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during October is 67.1°F (19.5°C) and the low-temperature is 48°F (8.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

The months with the highest humidity are May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

In Charlottesville, in October, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

In Charlottesville, snow does not fall in May through October.

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

In October, the average day length is 11h and 12min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Charlottesville, VA

  • Average high temperature in October: 67.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Charlottesville, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Charlottesville, VA

  • Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Charlottesville, VA

  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Charlottesville, VA

  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

Average rainfall days in October
Charlottesville, VA

  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Charlottesville, VA

  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Charlottesville, VA

  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Charlottesville, VA

  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Charlottesville, VA

  • Average sunshine days in October: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Charlottesville, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Charlottesville, VA

  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Charlottesville, VA

  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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