October weather forecast
Salisbury, NC

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Weather in October

October fully embraces the fall season in Salisbury, showcasing colorful foliage and significantly cooler temperatures. Late evenings and early mornings begin to warrant light layering as the temperature starts to drop. By this time, the typical summer heat is entirely absent, replaced by a crisp autumnal chill. October offers a respite from the summer humidity, introducing a fresher air quality. The month's calm and refreshing conditions provide the perfect setting for outdoor fall events.

Temperature

A shift in Salisbury's weather is observed as September turns into October, with the average high temperature reducing from a moderately hot 81.7°F (27.6°C) to an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C). Salisbury records an average temperature drop to a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Salisbury is October, when the rain falls for 9 days and typically collects 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Salisbury, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

In Salisbury, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Salisbury, is 70.5°F (21.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 9 days and typically collects 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Salisbury, in October, during 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 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Salisbury, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Salisbury, NC

Average temperature in October - Salisbury, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 70.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Salisbury, NC

Average pressure in October - Salisbury, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Salisbury, NC

Average wind speed in October - Salisbury, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Salisbury, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Salisbury, NC

Average rainfall in October - Salisbury, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

Average rainfall days in October
Salisbury, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Salisbury, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Salisbury, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Salisbury, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Salisbury, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Salisbury, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Salisbury, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Salisbury, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Salisbury, 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 29).

Average visibility in October
Salisbury, NC

Average visibility in October - Salisbury, 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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