October weather forecast
Nags Head, NC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Nags Head, North Carolina, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 64.4°F (18°C) and max 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

In Nags Head, entering October brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from September's moderately hot 77.7°F (25.4°C) to an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C). During October, Nags Head's nights hold steady with an average temperature of 64.4°F (18°C), barely dropping from the daytime highs.

Humidity

October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Nags Head, in October, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nags Head, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.9 days and collects up to 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Nags Head, snow does not fall in April through December.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in Nags Head, records 70.3°F (21.3°C), while the low-temperature is 64.4°F (18°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout October, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Nags Head, snow does not fall in April through December.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October in Nags Head is 11h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Nags Head have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. 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
Nags Head, NC

Average temperature in October - Nags Head, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 64.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Nags Head, NC

Average pressure in October - Nags Head, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Nags Head, NC

Average wind speed in October - Nags Head, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 12.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10mph).

Average humidity in October
Nags Head, NC

Average humidity in October - Nags Head, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Nags Head, NC

Average rainfall in October - Nags Head, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in October
Nags Head, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Nags Head, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Nags Head, NC

Average snowfall in October - Nags Head, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Nags Head, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Nags Head, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.5 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
Nags Head, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Nags Head, NC
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Nags Head, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Nags Head, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).

Average UV index in October
Nags Head, NC

Average UV index in October - Nags Head, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 5

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

Average cloud cover in October
Nags Head, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Nags Head, 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 26).

Average visibility in October
Nags Head, NC

Average visibility in October - Nags Head, 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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