October weather forecast
Morganton, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Morganton, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 48.2°F (9°C) and 68°F (20°C).

Temperature

The transition into October is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a moderately hot 79.5°F (26.4°C) in September to a pleasant 68°F (20°C). October nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Morganton, during October, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.6 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Morganton, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of October in Morganton, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Morganton, the average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during October translates into the following directions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In Morganton, in October, the average high-temperature is 68°F (20°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 74%.

How much does it rain in Morganton in October?

In October, in Morganton, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout October, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Morganton?

In Morganton, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Morganton, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 68°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Morganton, NC

Average pressure in October - Morganton, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Morganton, NC

Average wind speed in October - Morganton, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Morganton, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Morganton, NC

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in October
Morganton, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Morganton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Morganton, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Morganton, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Morganton, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Morganton, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Morganton, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Morganton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Morganton, NC

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

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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Morganton, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Morganton, NC

Average visibility in October - Morganton, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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