October weather forecast
Jacksonville, NC

Share

Weather in October

In October, Jacksonville witnesses a marked transformation in weather from the preceding month, with temperatures continuing on their downward trend. Fall weather settles in earnestly with the noticeable shortening of daylight hours and a cooling of temperatures. The average rainfall also dips, leading to considerably dryer conditions compared to the summer months. Despite a clear reduction in temperature, the humidity levels only experience a minor shift from those in September. Jacksonville weather in October features comfortable temperatures combined with less rain, similar to a typical fall scenario.

Temperature

Onset of October in Jacksonville comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from 82.8°F (28.2°C) in September to a still moderately hot 73.8°F (23.2°C). Jacksonville's temperature drops to an average low of 58.6°F (14.8°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

In Jacksonville, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In Jacksonville, North Carolina, during October, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Jacksonville, North Carolina, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Jacksonville, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Jacksonville, North Carolina, is 11h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of October, in Jacksonville, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Jacksonville, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Jacksonville in October?

In Jacksonville, in October, the average high-temperature is 73.8°F (23.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Jacksonville?

In Jacksonville, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October in Jacksonville?

In October, in Jacksonville, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout October, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Jacksonville?

March through December are months without snowfall in Jacksonville.

How many hours of daylight does Jacksonville have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Jacksonville?

On the first day of October in Jacksonville, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Jacksonville?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Jacksonville is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Jacksonville?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Jacksonville, NC

Average temperature in October - Jacksonville, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 73.8°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 (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Jacksonville, NC

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Jacksonville, NC

Average wind speed in October - Jacksonville, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Jacksonville, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are August, September and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and April (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Jacksonville, NC

Average rainfall in October - Jacksonville, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in October
Jacksonville, NC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Jacksonville, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Jacksonville, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.8 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
Jacksonville, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Jacksonville, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Jacksonville, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Jacksonville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Jacksonville, NC

Average UV index in October - Jacksonville, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Jacksonville, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Jacksonville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

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

Average visibility in October
Jacksonville, NC

Average visibility in October - Jacksonville, 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).

Jacksonville, North Carolina, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location