October weather forecast
Ararat, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Ararat, North Carolina, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and an average high of 67.8°F (19.9°C).

Temperature

The transition into October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 79.2°F (26.2°C) in September to a refreshing 67.8°F (19.9°C). An average low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C) is expected in Ararat during October.

Humidity

In Ararat, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

Rainfall

In Ararat, during October, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. In Ararat, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.6 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 15min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

In Ararat, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in October transforms into this advice:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In Ararat, in October, the average high-temperature is 67.8°F (19.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Ararat, in October, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Ararat, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ararat have in October?

In Ararat, the average day length in October is 11h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ararat, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ararat, NC

Average temperature in October - Ararat, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Ararat, NC

Average pressure in October - Ararat, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Ararat, NC

Average wind speed in October - Ararat, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Ararat, NC

Average humidity in October - Ararat, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Ararat, NC

Average rainfall in October - Ararat, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in October
Ararat, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Ararat, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ararat, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ararat, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ararat, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ararat, NC
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ararat, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Ararat, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Ararat, NC

Average UV index in October - Ararat, 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
Ararat, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Ararat, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Ararat, NC

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

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

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