October weather forecast
Matthews, NC

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Weather in October

October brings further cooling to Matthews, North Carolina. The weather becomes much milder, as temperatures reach highs around 71.2°F (21.8°C), dropping from the peak in the previous months. Having said goodbye to the long, hot summer days, residents now prepare for the chillier months ahead. Days grow shorter, and the frequency of rainfall dips, giving way to colder and drier conditions. October offers a departure from heat and humidity and steps towards a colder and more subdued climate.

Temperature

In October, the average high-temperature goes from a warm 82.6°F (28.1°C) in September to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). In October, the average low-temperature is a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Humidity

In Matthews, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the least rainfall in Matthews. Rain falls for 9.6 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In Matthews, in October, the average high-temperature is 71.2°F (21.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

What is the driest month?

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.6 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout October, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Matthews have in October?

In Matthews, the average day length in October is 11h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Matthews, North Carolina, is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Matthews, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Matthews, NC

Average temperature in October - Matthews, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 53.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Matthews, NC

Average pressure in October - Matthews, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Matthews, NC

Average wind speed in October - Matthews, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Matthews, NC

Average humidity in October - Matthews, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Matthews, NC

Average rainfall in October - Matthews, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").

Average rainfall days in October
Matthews, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Matthews, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Matthews, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Matthews, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Matthews, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Matthews, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Matthews, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Matthews, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Matthews, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Matthews, NC

Average visibility in October - Matthews, 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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