October weather forecast
Sanford, NC

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Weather in October

October brings a notable change in the weather of Sanford, with temperatures dipping to 71.8°F (22.1°C). The decreased rainfall of 1.81" (46mm), the lowest for the year, marks October as the driest month. With wind speeds increasing, it ushers in the cooler months ahead. The reduction in daylight hours continues, signifying the end of long summer days.

Temperature

October involves a decrease in temperature, down from a moderately hot 82.6°F (28.1°C) in September to an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Sanford, North Carolina, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sanford, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sanford in October?

In October, in Sanford, the average high-temperature is 71.8°F (22.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.5°F (11.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Sanford, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

What is the driest month?

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In Sanford, in October, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sanford have in October?

In Sanford, the average day length in October is 11h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

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

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Sanford, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sanford, NC

Average temperature in October - Sanford, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 71.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Sanford, NC

Average pressure in October - Sanford, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"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
Sanford, NC

Average wind speed in October - Sanford, 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 (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Sanford, NC

Average humidity in October - Sanford, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Sanford, NC

Average rainfall in October - Sanford, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.81").

Average rainfall days in October
Sanford, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Sanford, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.8 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
Sanford, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sanford, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Sanford, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sanford, 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 1min

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
Sanford, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Sanford, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Sanford, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Sanford, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Sanford, NC

Average visibility in October - Sanford, 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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