October weather forecast
Lowgap, NC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Lowgap, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64.9°F (18.3°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

Lowgap's progression into October includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). In the month of October, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout October, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lowgap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.7 days and collects up to 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.8 snowfall days, and 16.14" (410mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lowgap, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of October in Lowgap, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature during October is 64.9°F (18.3°C) and the low-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Lowgap, in October, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Lowgap?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Lowgap is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Lowgap, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Lowgap, NC

Average pressure in October - Lowgap, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.07"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
Lowgap, NC

Average wind speed in October - Lowgap, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Lowgap, NC

Average humidity in October - Lowgap, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Lowgap, NC

Average rainfall in October - Lowgap, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in October
Lowgap, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Lowgap, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lowgap, NC

Average snowfall in October - Lowgap, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lowgap, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Lowgap, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lowgap, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lowgap, NC
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lowgap, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Lowgap, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Lowgap, NC

Average UV index in October - Lowgap, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Lowgap, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Lowgap, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Lowgap, NC

Average visibility in October - Lowgap, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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