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Short Pump weather in October (United States of America)

How is the weather in Short Pump in October? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Short Pump, October is characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 21°C. But by evening, they drop to around 9°C.

Short Pump in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 99 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 10 days of the month will see rainfall.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 221 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, October is one of the better months to visit Short Pump. April and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Short Pump climate page with graphs.

 

Short Pump, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 32%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 99 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
SunshineSunshine 221 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 64% *  
* Data from: Richmond, the United States of America (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in October

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Short Pump in October?

For visitors traveling to Short Pump, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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