October weather forecast
Masonboro, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Masonboro, North Carolina, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 62.2°F (16.8°C) and max 73.6°F (23.1°C).

Temperature

October witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from September's moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C) to a still warm 73.6°F (23.1°C). Throughout October, Masonboro registers a consistent average low-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Masonboro is 74%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout October, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.4 rainfall days, and 20.79" (528mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In October, the average ocean temperature is 75.9°F (24.4°C).
Note: For someone sensitive to cold, swimming in 75.9°F (24.4°C) waters can be invigorating, especially when considering elements like sunshine, wind, and current air temperature. (As a reference, Olympic swimming waters are kept between 77°F (25°C) and 82.4°F (28°C).)

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Masonboro is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Masonboro is 6.3h.

UV index

In Masonboro, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be attentive! The UV exposure is heightened with reflections from sand and water.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Masonboro?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Masonboro, is 73.6°F (23.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Masonboro?

In October, the average relative humidity in Masonboro is 74%.

How many days does it rain in October in Masonboro?

In Masonboro, North Carolina, during October, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Masonboro?

In Masonboro, North Carolina, snow does not fall in March through November.

What is the ocean temperature in October in Masonboro?

In Masonboro, in October, the average water temperature is 75.9°F (24.4°C). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 75.9°F (24.4°C) water.

How many hours of daylight does Masonboro have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Masonboro?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Masonboro, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Masonboro have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Masonboro is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Masonboro?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Masonboro, North Carolina, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Masonboro, NC

Average temperature in October - Masonboro, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 73.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 62.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Masonboro, NC

Average pressure in October - Masonboro, 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
Masonboro, NC

Average wind speed in October - Masonboro, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Masonboro, NC

Average humidity in October - Masonboro, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

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

Average rainfall in October
Masonboro, NC

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in October
Masonboro, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Masonboro, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Masonboro, NC

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January, February and December (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Masonboro, NC

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Masonboro, NC

Average sea temperature in October - Masonboro, NC
  • Average sea temperature in October: 75.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (82.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (57.5°F).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Masonboro, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Masonboro, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Masonboro, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Masonboro, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Masonboro, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Masonboro, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in October
Masonboro, NC

Average visibility in October - Masonboro, 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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