October weather forecast
Clayton, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, is an agreeable autumn month in Clayton, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54°F (12.2°C) and 70.9°F (21.6°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of October, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a warm 81.5°F (27.5°C) in September to an agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C). October brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 54°F (12.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Clayton, in October, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Clayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131 days and collects up to 13.9" (353mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Clayton, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Clayton is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of October, in Clayton, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Clayton is 6h.

UV index

In Clayton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Clayton?

Clayton in October has an average high-temperature of 70.9°F (21.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 54°F (12.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Clayton?

In Clayton, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in Clayton in October?

In Clayton, North Carolina, during October, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Clayton?

April through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in October in Clayton?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Clayton?

On the first day of October in Clayton, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Clayton have in October?

In Clayton, the average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Clayton?

In Clayton, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in October 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
Clayton, NC

Average temperature in October - Clayton, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 70.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Clayton, NC

Average pressure in October - Clayton, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Clayton, NC

Average wind speed in October - Clayton, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Clayton, NC

Average humidity in October - Clayton, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Clayton, NC

Average rainfall in October - Clayton, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in October
Clayton, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Clayton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Clayton, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Clayton, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Clayton, NC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Clayton, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Clayton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Clayton, NC

Average UV index in October - Clayton, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Clayton, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Clayton, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Clayton, NC

Average visibility in October - Clayton, 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).

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