October weather forecast
Hatteras, NC

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Weather in October

October's weather in Hatteras ushers in the cozy, fall season, paving the way for a chillier November. Declining days of sunshine (6.4 hours) and shorter daylight periods characterize this month. Visibility remains the same, encouraging drivers to uphold road safety. Of note, the sea temperature dips further to 73°F (22.8°C), drawing scuba divers and marine researchers. Wind speeds experience an elevation to 14.4mph (23.2km/h) with gusts peaking at 20.5mph (33km/h).

Temperature

October heralds a minor drop in average high-temperature, sliding from September's warm 77.9°F (25.5°C) to a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C). An average low-temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C) characterizes Hatteras's October nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 73%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Hatteras, during October, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. In Hatteras, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.9 days and collects up to 8.58" (218mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Ocean temperature

In Hatteras, the average seawater temperature in October is 73.4°F (23°C).
Note: The cold tolerance of an individual, along with sunshine, wind, and the temperature of the environment, affects the enjoyment of swimming in 73.4°F (23°C) waters. (Olympic swimmers participate in waters ranging from 77°F (25°C) to 82.4°F (28°C).)

Daylight

In Hatteras, North Carolina, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

In Hatteras, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Watch out! Sand and water enhance the UV exposure you receive.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 72.5°F (22.5°C) and a low-temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 73%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Hatteras, in October, during 6.9 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

What is the water temperature in October?

In Hatteras, the average seawater temperature in October is 73.4°F (23°C). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 73.4°F (23°C) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 73.4°F (23°C).

How many hours of daylight does Hatteras have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hatteras have in October?

In Hatteras, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Hatteras, NC

Average temperature in October - Hatteras, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 67.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).

Average pressure in October
Hatteras, NC

Average pressure in October - Hatteras, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Hatteras, NC

Average wind speed in October - Hatteras, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 14.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (17mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12mph).

Average humidity in October
Hatteras, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Hatteras, NC

Average rainfall in October - Hatteras, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in October
Hatteras, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Hatteras, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall days in October
Hatteras, NC

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February, March and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Hatteras, NC

Average sea temperature in October - Hatteras, NC
  • Average sea temperature in October: 73°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61°F).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hatteras, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hatteras, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Hatteras, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Hatteras, NC

Average UV index in October - Hatteras, 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
Hatteras, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in October
Hatteras, NC

Average visibility in October - Hatteras, 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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