October weather forecast
Waynesboro, VA

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Weather in October

October in Waynesboro witnesses a prominent temperature drop from the preceding month, with lows averaging at 46.2°F (7.9°C). As October sets in, days grow shorter and nights longer, mirroring the atmosphere's cooling nature. The shift of seasons presents a decrease in humidity, while cloud coverage builds up. The potential for rain or even light snow begins to creep back into the monthly forecast.

Temperature

In Waynesboro, the average high-temperature in October drops from a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a refreshing 64.6°F (18.1°C). In October, Waynesboro reports a consistent average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) during the nights.

Humidity

May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Waynesboro.

Rainfall

In Waynesboro, during October, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Waynesboro, there are 161 rainfall days, and 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Waynesboro are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Waynesboro. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Waynesboro, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.6 days and aggregates up to 17.4" (442mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Waynesboro, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

UV index

In Waynesboro, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October leads to these advisories:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Waynesboro?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Waynesboro, Virginia, are 64.6°F (18.1°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Waynesboro?

The months with the highest humidity in Waynesboro, Virginia, are May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in October in Waynesboro?

The average relative humidity in October in Waynesboro is 78%.

How much does it rain in Waynesboro in October?

In Waynesboro, in October, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Waynesboro?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Waynesboro?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Waynesboro?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Waynesboro?

In Waynesboro, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Waynesboro?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Waynesboro, Virginia, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Waynesboro, VA

Average temperature in October - Waynesboro, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Waynesboro, VA

Average pressure in October - Waynesboro, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Waynesboro, VA

Average wind speed in October - Waynesboro, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Waynesboro, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (73%).

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Average rainfall in October
Waynesboro, VA

Average rainfall in October - Waynesboro, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in October
Waynesboro, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Waynesboro, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Waynesboro, VA

Average snowfall in October - Waynesboro, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Waynesboro, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Waynesboro, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Waynesboro, VA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Waynesboro, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Waynesboro, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Waynesboro, VA

Average UV index in October - Waynesboro, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Waynesboro, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Waynesboro, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Waynesboro, VA

Average visibility in October - Waynesboro, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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