October weather forecast
Mountain Home, NC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Mountain Home, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48°F (8.9°C) and 67.8°F (19.9°C).

Temperature

In October, the average high-temperature goes from a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C) in September to a comfortable 67.8°F (19.9°C). Mountain Home's temperature lowers to a mean of 48°F (8.9°C) during the nights in October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mountain Home, during October, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.9 rainfall days, and 35" (889mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Mountain Home, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 67.8°F (19.9°C) and a low-temperature of 48°F (8.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in Mountain Home in October?

In Mountain Home, in October, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Mountain Home?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Mountain Home have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Mountain Home, NC

Average pressure in October - Mountain Home, 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
Mountain Home, NC

Average wind speed in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Mountain Home, NC

Average humidity in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, July and November (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Mountain Home, NC

Average rainfall in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in October
Mountain Home, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mountain Home, NC

Average snowfall in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mountain Home, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 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
Mountain Home, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mountain Home, 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 5min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mountain Home, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Mountain Home, NC

Average UV index in October - Mountain Home, 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
Mountain Home, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Mountain Home, 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 29).

Average visibility in October
Mountain Home, NC

Average visibility in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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