October weather forecast
Selma, NC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Selma, North Carolina, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 71.1°F (21.7°C) and 54°F (12.2°C).

Temperature

Selma's October weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a warm 81.5°F (27.5°C) in September to an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C). Selma, during the nights of October, experiences an average temperature drop to a fresh 54°F (12.2°C).

Humidity

In Selma, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Selma, in October, during 6.6 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 115.7 rainfall days, and 11.06" (281mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Selma, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 71.1°F (21.7°C) and 54°F (12.2°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 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 Selma, in October, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Selma, snow does not fall in March through December.

How many hours of daylight does Selma have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Selma, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Selma, NC

Average temperature in October - Selma, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 71.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Selma, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Selma, NC

Average wind speed in October - Selma, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Selma, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Selma, NC

Average rainfall in October - Selma, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
Selma, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Selma, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Selma, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Selma, NC

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Selma, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Selma, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Selma, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Selma, NC

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Selma, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Selma, 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
Selma, NC

Average visibility in October - Selma, 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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