October weather forecast
Bald Head Island, NC

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Beautiful beach home condos along the edges of the scenic Bald Heas Island in North Carolina
Beautiful beach home condos along the edges of the scenic Bald Heas Island in North Carolina

Weather in October

October is a defining milestone in the Bald Head Island calendar as it ushers in the autumn season. What transpires is a considerable drop in temperature, providing relief from the scorching summer. The island gets drenched in hues of yellows and oranges, characteristic of the fall season globally. Also noteworthy, rainfall amounts visibly pull back to 1.65" (42mm). As humidity and cloud cover drop, the weather allows more room for sunlit hours.

Temperature

The start of October comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from a moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C) in September to a still warm 73.8°F (23.2°C). October nights experience a consistent temperature drop to an enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Humidity

January, March, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Bald Head Island, North Carolina, during October, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 24.69" (627mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Bald Head Island, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 73.8°F (23.2°C) and 63.1°F (17.3°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Bald Head Island?

January, March, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 74%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Bald Head Island, during October, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Bald Head Island, North Carolina, snow does not fall in February through December.

How many hours of daylight does Bald Head Island have in October?

The average day length in October in Bald Head Island, North Carolina, is 11h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bald Head Island, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bald Head Island have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Bald Head Island?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Bald Head Island, NC

Average temperature in October - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 73.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 63.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Bald Head Island, NC

Average pressure in October - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Bald Head Island, NC

Average wind speed in October - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Bald Head Island, NC

Average humidity in October - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Bald Head Island, NC

Average rainfall in October - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in October
Bald Head Island, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bald Head Island, NC

Average snowfall in October - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Bald Head Island, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bald Head Island, NC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bald Head Island, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Bald Head Island, NC

Average UV index in October - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 5

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

Average cloud cover in October
Bald Head Island, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in October
Bald Head Island, NC

Average visibility in October - Bald Head Island, NC
  • 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).

Bald Head Island, North Carolina, USA

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