October weather forecast
Rocky Mount, AL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Rocky Mount, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 75.4°F (24.1°C) and 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of October comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a hot 86°F (30°C) in September to a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C). Throughout the month of October, Rocky Mount sees a steady low-temperature average of 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Rocky Mount, during October, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Rocky Mount, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.1 days and collects up to 37.87" (962mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Rocky Mount, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 21min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.5h.

UV index

In Rocky Mount, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Rocky Mount, is 75.4°F (24.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 55.8°F (13.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Rocky Mount, during October, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Rocky Mount in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rocky Mount have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Rocky Mount, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Rocky Mount, AL

Average temperature in October - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average high temperature in October: 75.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 55.8°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).

Average pressure in October
Rocky Mount, AL

Average pressure in October - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Rocky Mount, AL

Average wind speed in October - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Rocky Mount, AL

Average humidity in October - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Rocky Mount, AL

Average rainfall in October - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in October
Rocky Mount, AL

Average rainfall days in October - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rocky Mount, AL

Average snowfall in October - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rocky Mount, AL

Average snowfall days in October - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Rocky Mount, AL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rocky Mount, AL

Average sunshine days in October - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Rocky Mount, AL

Average UV index in October - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Rocky Mount, AL

Average cloud cover in October - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Rocky Mount, AL

Average visibility in October - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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