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Virginia Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Virginia, the United States of America in October.

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Planning a getaway to Virginia, the United States of America this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Virginia in October

Virginia, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. October in Virginia generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Bluefield at 18°C (64°F) to warm in Franklin at 23°C (73°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Franklin and 6°C (43°F) in Bluefield.

For specific regional insights in Virginia, the United States of America, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Harrisonburg with an average of 75 mm (3 in) to high rainfall in Newport News with 149 mm (5.9 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Virginia Beach enjoys approximately 207 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Virginia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Virginia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Virginia Beach)

January10°C (50°F) February10°C (50°F) March15°C (59°F) April20°C (68°F) May24°C (75°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August30°C (86°F) September27°C (81°F) October22°C (72°F) November16°C (61°F) December13°C (55°F)
Best Time to Visit Virginia →

Best Places to Visit in Virginia in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Virginia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Virginia

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Virginia, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Virginia (October)

Precipitation variation in Virginia (October)

Virginia Beach

In October Virginia Beach generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
207 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
150 mm (5.9 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Virginia Beach →

Richmond

In October Richmond generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
221 hours
181 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Richmond →

Williamsburg

In October Williamsburg generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
23°C (73°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
206 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
144 mm (5.7 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Williamsburg →

Arlington

In October Arlington generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
205 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Arlington →

Alexandria

In October Alexandria generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
205 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Alexandria →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Virginia, in the United States of America.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Virginia in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Virginia Beach 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Richmond 22°C (72°F) 9°C (48°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Williamsburg 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Arlington 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Alexandria 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Newport News 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)

Virginia weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Virginia, the United States of America in October?

Virginia, the United States of America typically experiences pleasant weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Virginia Beach average around 22°C (72°F), and temperatures drop to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Virginia, the United States of America in October?

Daytime temperatures in Virginia Beach peak at roughly 22°C (72°F) in October, dropping to about 14°C (57°F) overnight.

Does Virginia, the United States of America get a lot of rain in October?

Yes, October tends to be a wetter month in Virginia, the United States of America. Average rainfall in Virginia Beach sits around 114 mm (4.5 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Virginia, the United States of America?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Virginia, the United States of America with overall pleasant weather in Virginia Beach.

On average, the best time to visit Virginia, the United States of America is in April and May with generally perfect weather in Virginia Beach. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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