October weather forecast
Sapphire, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Sapphire, North Carolina, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 66.6°F (19.2°C).

Temperature

Transition into October marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 77.7°F (25.4°C) in September to a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C). October brings an average low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) to Sapphire.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Sapphire, in October, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 191.1 rainfall days, and 45.59" (1158mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Sapphire, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.4 days and aggregates up to 22.99" (584mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sapphire, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Sapphire, is 66.6°F (19.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout October, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sapphire have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sapphire have in October?

In Sapphire, the average sunshine duration in October is 7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Sapphire is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sapphire, NC

Average temperature in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Sapphire, NC

Average pressure in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sapphire, NC

Average wind speed in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Sapphire, NC

Average humidity in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Sapphire, NC

Average rainfall in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.15"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

Average rainfall days in October
Sapphire, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sapphire, NC

Average snowfall in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sapphire, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sapphire, 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: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sapphire, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Sapphire, NC

Average UV index in October - Sapphire, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Sapphire, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Sapphire, NC

Average visibility in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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