October weather forecast
Oriental, NC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Oriental, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 60.1°F (15.6°C) and max 73.6°F (23.1°C).

Temperature

In Oriental, the beginning of October is marked by a marginally lowered average high-temperature, shifting from September's warm 81.9°F (27.7°C) to a still moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C). The temperature dips to an average of 60.1°F (15.6°C) during October nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Oriental, North Carolina, in October, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Oriental, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 39.61" (1006mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Oriental, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Oriental is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, in Oriental, the average high-temperature is 73.6°F (23.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 60.1°F (15.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout October, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Oriental, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Oriental have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Oriental have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Oriental, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Oriental, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 60.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Oriental, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Oriental, NC

Average wind speed in October - Oriental, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Oriental, NC

Average humidity in October - Oriental, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

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

Average rainfall in October
Oriental, NC

Average rainfall in October - Oriental, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in October
Oriental, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Oriental, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Oriental, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Oriental, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Oriental, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Oriental, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Oriental, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Oriental, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Oriental, NC

Average UV index in October - Oriental, 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
Oriental, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Oriental, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

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

Average visibility in October
Oriental, NC

Average visibility in October - Oriental, 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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