October weather forecast
Hot Springs, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Hot Springs, North Carolina, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 44.8°F (7.1°C) and 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Temperature

The start of October signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). In October, Hot Springs reports a consistent average low-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Hot Springs, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Hot Springs, in October, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 197.7 rainfall days, and 40" (1016mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Hot Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 39 days and aggregates up to 26.14" (664mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of October, in Hot Springs, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Hot Springs, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Hot Springs, is 64.9°F (18.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 44.8°F (7.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 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 Hot Springs, North Carolina, in October, during 12.9 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hot Springs have in October?

In Hot Springs, the average day length in October is 11h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hot Springs, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Hot Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Hot Springs, NC

Average temperature in October - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Hot Springs, NC

Average pressure in October - Hot Springs, 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
Hot Springs, NC

Average wind speed in October - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Hot Springs, NC

Average humidity in October - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Hot Springs, NC

Average rainfall in October - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.52").

Average rainfall days in October
Hot Springs, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hot Springs, NC

Average snowfall in October - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hot Springs, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Hot Springs, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hot Springs, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hot Springs, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Hot Springs, NC

Average UV index in October - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Hot Springs, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Hot Springs, NC

Average visibility in October - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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