October weather forecast
Altamahaw, NC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Altamahaw, North Carolina, is an agreeable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 70.2°F (21.2°C) and 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a warm 81.1°F (27.3°C) to a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C). Altamahaw, during the month of October, experiences an average low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Humidity

In Altamahaw, the average relative humidity in October is 74%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Altamahaw, North Carolina, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In Altamahaw, in October, the average high-temperature is 70.2°F (21.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically collects 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout October, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Altamahaw, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Altamahaw have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Altamahaw have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Altamahaw, the average daily maximum UV index in October 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
Altamahaw, NC

Average temperature in October - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Altamahaw, NC

Average pressure in October - Altamahaw, NC
  • 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Altamahaw, NC

Average wind speed in October - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Altamahaw, NC

Average humidity in October - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Altamahaw, NC

Average rainfall in October - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

Average rainfall days in October
Altamahaw, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Altamahaw, NC

Average snowfall in October - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Altamahaw, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 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
Altamahaw, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Altamahaw, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Altamahaw, NC

Average UV index in October - Altamahaw, NC
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Altamahaw, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Altamahaw, NC

Average visibility in October - Altamahaw, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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