October weather forecast
Henderson, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, is an agreeable autumn month in Henderson, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.2°F (11.2°C) and 70.2°F (21.2°C).

Temperature

October is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a moderately hot 81.7°F (27.6°C) in September to a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C). During October nights, Henderson witnesses a consistent average temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Henderson, in October, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.1 rainfall days, and 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 15min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Henderson is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in October translates into these instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Henderson, in October, the average high-temperature is 70.2°F (21.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.2°F (11.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Henderson, in October, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Henderson have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Henderson, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Henderson, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Henderson, NC

Average pressure in October - Henderson, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Henderson, NC

Average wind speed in October - Henderson, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Henderson, NC

Average humidity in October - Henderson, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Henderson, NC

Average rainfall in October - Henderson, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in October
Henderson, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Henderson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Henderson, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Henderson, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 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
Henderson, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Henderson, 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 0min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Henderson, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Henderson, NC

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Henderson, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Henderson, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Henderson, NC

Average visibility in October - Henderson, 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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