October weather forecast
Sims, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, is an agreeable autumn month in Sims, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54°F (12.2°C) and an average high of 71.1°F (21.7°C).

Temperature

October brings a drop in Sims's average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 81.5°F (27.5°C) in September to a pleasant 71.1°F (21.7°C). Sims records a mean low-temperature of 54°F (12.2°C) in October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout October, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sims, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.8 days and collects up to 33.62" (854mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

In Sims, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 71.1°F (21.7°C) and a low-temperature of 54°F (12.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Sims, in October, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sims have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Sims?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sims have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Sims, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Sims, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34°F).

Average pressure in October
Sims, NC

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Sims, NC

Average wind speed in October - Sims, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.3mph

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
Sims, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Sims, NC

Average rainfall in October - Sims, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Sims, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Sims, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sims, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sims, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 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
Sims, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sims, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sims, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Sims, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Sims, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Sims, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Sims, NC

Average visibility in October - Sims, 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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