October weather forecast
Mount Airy, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Mount Airy, North Carolina, is another enjoyable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 67.8°F (19.9°C) and an average low of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as September gives way to October, with average highs reducing from a moderately hot 79.2°F (26.2°C) to an enjoyable 67.8°F (19.9°C). Mount Airy records an average nighttime low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C) throughout October.

Humidity

In Mount Airy, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

Rainfall

In Mount Airy, in October, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mount Airy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.6 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Mount Airy, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 15min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mount Airy in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Mount Airy, records 67.8°F (19.9°C), while the low-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', '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 in Mount Airy?

In October, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Mount Airy, during October, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Mount Airy, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Airy have in October?

In Mount Airy, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Mount Airy?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Mount Airy, NC

Average temperature in October - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Mount Airy, NC

Average pressure in October - Mount Airy, 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
Mount Airy, NC

Average wind speed in October - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Mount Airy, NC

Average humidity in October - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Mount Airy, NC

Average rainfall in October - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in October
Mount Airy, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mount Airy, NC

Average snowfall in October - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mount Airy, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mount Airy, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mount Airy, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mount Airy, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Mount Airy, NC

Average UV index in October - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Mount Airy, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Mount Airy, NC

Average visibility in October - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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