October weather forecast
Rockingham, NC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Rockingham, North Carolina, is an agreeable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72.5°F (22.5°C) and 54°F (12.2°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of October, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a moderately hot 83.3°F (28.5°C) in September to an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C). During the month of October, Rockingham's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 54°F (12.2°C).

Humidity

In Rockingham, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

Rainfall

In Rockingham, in October, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.1 rainfall days, and 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Rockingham, 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of October, in Rockingham, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

In Rockingham, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during October translates into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Rockingham?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Rockingham, is 72.5°F (22.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 54°F (12.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Rockingham?

The average relative humidity in October in Rockingham, North Carolina, is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Rockingham, North Carolina, during October, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day 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 7:14 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Rockingham, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Rockingham, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Rockingham, NC

Average wind speed in October - Rockingham, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Rockingham, NC

Average humidity in October - Rockingham, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Rockingham, NC

Average rainfall in October - Rockingham, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in October
Rockingham, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Rockingham, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rockingham, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rockingham, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.2 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
Rockingham, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rockingham, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rockingham, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Rockingham, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Rockingham, NC

Average UV index in October - Rockingham, 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
Rockingham, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Rockingham, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Rockingham, NC

Average visibility in October - Rockingham, 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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