October weather forecast
Holden Beach, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Holden Beach, North Carolina, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 73.9°F (23.3°C) and 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from September to October involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a warm 82.4°F (28°C) to a still moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C). An average low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) marks the month of October in Holden Beach.

Humidity

In Holden Beach, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Holden Beach, during October, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Holden Beach, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.1 days and collects up to 41.22" (1047mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Holden Beach, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of October in Holden Beach, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Holden Beach, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Holden Beach is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Holden Beach?

In October, in Holden Beach, the average high-temperature is 73.9°F (23.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Holden Beach?

In Holden Beach, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in Holden Beach in October?

In Holden Beach, North Carolina, in October, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Holden Beach?

March through December are months without snowfall in Holden Beach, North Carolina.

How many hours of daylight does Holden Beach have in October?

In Holden Beach, North Carolina, the average day length in October is 11h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Holden Beach?

On the first day of October in Holden Beach, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Holden Beach have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Holden Beach, North Carolina, is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Holden Beach?

In Holden Beach, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Holden Beach, NC

Average temperature in October - Holden Beach, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41°F).

Average pressure in October
Holden Beach, NC

Average pressure in October - Holden Beach, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Holden Beach, NC

Average wind speed in October - Holden Beach, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Holden Beach, NC

Average humidity in October - Holden Beach, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Holden Beach, NC

Average rainfall in October - Holden Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in October
Holden Beach, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Holden Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Holden Beach, NC

Average snowfall in October - Holden Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Holden Beach, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Holden Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Holden Beach, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Holden Beach, NC
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Holden Beach, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Holden Beach, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Holden Beach, NC

Average UV index in October - Holden Beach, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Holden Beach, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Holden Beach, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Holden Beach, NC

Average visibility in October - Holden Beach, 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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