October weather forecast
Raeford, NC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Raeford, North Carolina, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 72.3°F (22.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of October coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 82.9°F (28.3°C) in September to a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C). In October, Raeford reports a consistent average low-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Raeford, in October, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Raeford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.3 days and collects up to 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Raeford, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In Raeford, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during October translates into the following directions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 72.3°F (22.4°C) and a low-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout October, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Raeford, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Raeford have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Raeford, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. 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
Raeford, NC

Average temperature in October - Raeford, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 72.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Raeford, NC

Average pressure in October - Raeford, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Raeford, NC

Average wind speed in October - Raeford, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Raeford, NC

Average humidity in October - Raeford, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Raeford, NC

Average rainfall in October - Raeford, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.22").

Average rainfall days in October
Raeford, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Raeford, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Raeford, NC

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

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

Average snowfall days in October
Raeford, NC

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 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
Raeford, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Raeford, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Raeford, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Raeford, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Raeford, NC

Average UV index in October - Raeford, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Raeford, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Raeford, NC

Average visibility in October - Raeford, 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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