October weather forecast
Rocky Point, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Rocky Point, North Carolina, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 56.7°F (13.7°C) and max 74.1°F (23.4°C).

Temperature

Rocky Point's progression into October involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a moderately hot 83.3°F (28.5°C) in September to a still warm 74.1°F (23.4°C). Rocky Point registers a consistent average low-temperature of 56.7°F (13.7°C) during October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In Rocky Point, in October, during 9.9 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rocky Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.3 days and collects up to 34.21" (869mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall in Rocky Point.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Rocky Point, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Rocky Point, is 74.1°F (23.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 56.7°F (13.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Rocky Point, in October, during 9.9 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Rocky Point?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rocky Point, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 74.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 56.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Rocky Point, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Rocky Point, NC

Average wind speed in October - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Rocky Point, NC

Average humidity in October - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

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

Average rainfall in October
Rocky Point, NC

Average rainfall in October - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").

Average rainfall days in October
Rocky Point, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rocky Point, NC

Average snowfall in October - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rocky Point, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Rocky Point, 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 and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Rocky Point, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
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 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rocky Point, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Rocky Point, NC

Average UV index in October - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Rocky Point, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Rocky Point, 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 July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Rocky Point, NC

Average visibility in October - Rocky Point, 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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