October weather forecast
Lexington, NC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Lexington, North Carolina, is an agreeable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 51.4°F (10.8°C) and max 70.2°F (21.2°C).

Temperature

During the transition into October, Lexington observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 81.7°F (27.6°C) in September to a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C). Lexington's nights in October cool down to an average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 73%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Lexington, 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 7:16 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. 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: An average UV index of 4 in October transforms into this advice:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Lexington?

Lexington in October has an average high-temperature of 70.2°F (21.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 73%.

What is the driest month in Lexington?

The month with the least rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 10.1 days and typically collects 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In Lexington, in October, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lexington have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in October in Lexington?

In Lexington, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Lexington, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Lexington, NC

Average pressure in October - Lexington, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lexington, NC

Average wind speed in October - Lexington, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Lexington, NC

Average humidity in October - Lexington, 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
Lexington, NC

Average rainfall in October - Lexington, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

Average rainfall days in October
Lexington, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Lexington, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lexington, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lexington, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
Lexington, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lexington, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Lexington, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Lexington, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Lexington, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Lexington, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Lexington, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Lexington, NC

Average visibility in October - Lexington, 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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