October weather forecast
New Bern, NC

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Boats and yachts docked along several piers in New Bern, North Carolina, with a view of a long and high bridge nearby, massive seascape and horizon
Boats and yachts docked along several piers in New Bern, North Carolina, with a view of a long and high bridge nearby, massive seascape and horizon

Weather in October

October sees a more significant drop in temperature in New Bern, previewing the colder months ahead. A notable reduction sets the maximum temperature at 73.6°F (23.1°C). The leaf-changing season is at its peak, filling the city with a palette of Autumn colors. The days are shorter, and the rainfall dips, accompanying the cool breeze that turns noticeably chillier. It is a month of colorful fall foliage and crisp weather, marking the arrival of late Autumn.

Temperature

The transition into October in New Bern is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C) in September to a still warm 73.6°F (23.1°C). October's average low-temperature reading in New Bern settles at a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In New Bern, during October, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In New Bern, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.4 days and collects up to 23.23" (590mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In New Bern, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through October and December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in New Bern, North Carolina, is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In New Bern, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in New Bern?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in New Bern during October are 73.6°F (23.1°C) and 56.5°F (13.6°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in October in New Bern?

In New Bern, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How much does it rain in New Bern in October?

In New Bern, North Carolina, in October, during 8.2 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in New Bern?

April through October and December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in New Bern in October?

In New Bern, North Carolina, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does New Bern have in October?

In October, the average day length in New Bern, North Carolina, is 11h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in New Bern?

On the first day of October in New Bern, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in New Bern?

In New Bern, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in New Bern?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in New Bern is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
New Bern, NC

Average temperature in October - New Bern, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 73.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 56.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in October
New Bern, NC

Average pressure in October - New Bern, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
New Bern, NC

Average wind speed in October - New Bern, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
New Bern, NC

Average humidity in October - New Bern, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in October
New Bern, NC

Average rainfall in October - New Bern, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in October
New Bern, NC

Average rainfall days in October - New Bern, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
New Bern, NC

Average snowfall in October - New Bern, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").

Average snowfall days in October
New Bern, NC

Average snowfall days in October - New Bern, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.1 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
New Bern, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - New Bern, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
New Bern, NC

Average sunshine days in October - New Bern, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.5 days).

Average UV index in October
New Bern, NC

Average UV index in October - New Bern, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 5

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

Average cloud cover in October
New Bern, NC

Average cloud cover in October - New Bern, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
New Bern, NC

Average visibility in October - New Bern, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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