October weather forecast
Elk Valley, NC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Elk Valley, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 62.6°F (17°C) and an average low of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

The transition into October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C). Elk Valley, during the nights of October, experiences an average temperature drop to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Elk Valley, in October, during 11.9 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elk Valley, North Carolina, there are 178 rainfall days, and 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Elk Valley. Throughout October, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elk Valley, there are 46.4 snowfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of October, in Elk Valley, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Elk Valley, North Carolina, is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Elk Valley in October?

October temperatures in Elk Valley, North Carolina, vary between a high-temperature of 62.6°F (17°C) and a low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Elk Valley?

The average relative humidity in October in Elk Valley is 78%.

How much does it rain in Elk Valley in October?

In Elk Valley, in October, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Elk Valley?

October is the first month it typically snows in Elk Valley. Throughout October, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elk Valley have in October?

In Elk Valley, North Carolina, the average day length in October is 11h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Elk Valley?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elk Valley, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Elk Valley?

In Elk Valley, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Elk Valley?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Elk Valley, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Elk Valley, NC

Average temperature in October - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Elk Valley, NC

Average pressure in October - Elk Valley, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Elk Valley, NC

Average wind speed in October - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Elk Valley, NC

Average humidity in October - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and November (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Elk Valley, NC

Average rainfall in October - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in October
Elk Valley, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Elk Valley, NC

Average snowfall in October - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Elk Valley, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Elk Valley, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Elk Valley, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Elk Valley, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

Average UV index in October
Elk Valley, NC

Average UV index in October - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Elk Valley, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Elk Valley, NC

Average visibility in October - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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