October weather forecast
Ridgecrest, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Ridgecrest, North Carolina, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

Transition from September to October is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a moderately hot 77.4°F (25.2°C) to an enjoyable 66.6°F (19.2°C). During the month of October, an average low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) is recorded.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Ridgecrest is 76%.

Rainfall

In Ridgecrest, North Carolina, during October, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ridgecrest, North Carolina, there are 156.4 rainfall days, and 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of October, in Ridgecrest, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Ridgecrest, North Carolina, is 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Ridgecrest in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ridgecrest, North Carolina, during October are 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Ridgecrest?

In Ridgecrest, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October in Ridgecrest?

In Ridgecrest, in October, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Ridgecrest?

May through October are months without snowfall in Ridgecrest, North Carolina.

Does it snow in Ridgecrest in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October in Ridgecrest?

In Ridgecrest, North Carolina, the average day length in October is 11h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Ridgecrest?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ridgecrest, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Ridgecrest?

The average sunshine duration in October in Ridgecrest, North Carolina, is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in October in Ridgecrest?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Ridgecrest, North Carolina, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ridgecrest, NC

Average temperature in October - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Ridgecrest, NC

Average pressure in October - Ridgecrest, 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
Ridgecrest, NC

Average wind speed in October - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Ridgecrest, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Ridgecrest, NC

Average rainfall in October - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in October
Ridgecrest, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ridgecrest, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ridgecrest, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ridgecrest, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ridgecrest, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Ridgecrest, NC

Average UV index in October - Ridgecrest, 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
Ridgecrest, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Ridgecrest, NC

Average visibility in October - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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