October weather forecast
Gates, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, is an agreeable autumn month in Gates, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 53.6°F (12°C) and 70.2°F (21.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of October results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a moderately hot 80.8°F (27.1°C) in September to an agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C). During the nights in October, Gates experiences a consistent average temperature of 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Gates, during October, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Gates, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.1 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Gates is 11h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of October, in Gates, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Gates, records 70.2°F (21.2°C), while the low-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Gates, in October, during 11 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gates have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Gates, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Gates, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Gates, NC

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Gates, NC

Average wind speed in October - Gates, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Gates, NC

Average humidity in October - Gates, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Gates, NC

Average rainfall in October - Gates, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in October
Gates, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Gates, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Gates, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Gates, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 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
Gates, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gates, 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: 5h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Gates, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Gates, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Gates, NC

Average UV index in October - Gates, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Gates, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Gates, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Gates, NC

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

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

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