Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
October is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a warm 80.4°F (26.9°C) in September to an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C). In October, Hickory's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 49.8°F (9.9°C) during the night.Humidity
In Hickory, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 9.5 days and typically collects 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Hickory, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Hickory, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.UV index
In Hickory, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Average temperature in October
Hickory, NC
- Average high temperature in October: 69.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 49.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).
Average pressure in October
Hickory, 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
Hickory, NC
- Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Hickory, NC
- Average humidity in October: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Hickory, NC
- Average rainfall in October: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").
Average rainfall days in October
Hickory, NC
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Hickory, NC
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Hickory, NC
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Hickory, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Hickory, NC
- Average sunshine days in October: 20 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).
Average UV index in October
Hickory, 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, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Hickory, NC
- Average cloud cover in October: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in October
Hickory, NC
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
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