October weather forecast
Roaring Gap, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Roaring Gap, North Carolina, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.7°F (17.6°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as September gives way to October, with average highs reducing from a moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C) to an enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 44.8°F (7.1°C) in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically collects 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Roaring Gap, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.6 days and aggregates up to 22.64" (575mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Roaring Gap, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 15min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In Roaring Gap, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 63.7°F (17.6°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

What is the driest month?

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In Roaring Gap, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Roaring Gap, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Roaring Gap, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Roaring Gap, NC

Average temperature in October - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.8°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 (25.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Roaring Gap, NC

Average pressure in October - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.07"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
Roaring Gap, NC

Average wind speed in October - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Roaring Gap, NC

Average humidity in October - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, June, July and November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Roaring Gap, NC

Average rainfall in October - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.32").

Average rainfall days in October
Roaring Gap, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Roaring Gap, NC

Average snowfall in October - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Roaring Gap, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Roaring Gap, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Roaring Gap, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Roaring Gap, NC

Average UV index in October - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Roaring Gap, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Roaring Gap, NC

Average visibility in October - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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