October weather forecast
Sophia, NC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Sophia, North Carolina, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 51.6°F (10.9°C) and 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 81.7°F (27.6°C) in September to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). In October, Sophia encounters an average low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) during the night.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of October in Sophia, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

In Sophia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sophia in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Sophia, is 70.3°F (21.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 51.6°F (10.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Sophia?

In Sophia, the average relative humidity in October is 74%.

What is the driest month in Sophia?

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October in Sophia?

In Sophia, in October, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sophia?

April through November are months without snowfall in Sophia, North Carolina.

What is the average length of the day in October in Sophia?

In Sophia, North Carolina, the average day length in October is 11h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Sophia?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sophia, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sophia have in October?

In Sophia, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Sophia?

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

Average temperature in October - Sophia, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 70.3°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 (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Sophia, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sophia, NC

Average wind speed in October - Sophia, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Sophia, NC

Average humidity in October - Sophia, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Sophia, NC

Average rainfall in October - Sophia, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.73").

Average rainfall days in October
Sophia, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Sophia, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sophia, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sophia, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Sophia, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sophia, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sophia, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Sophia, 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 (10.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Sophia, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Sophia, NC

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

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

Average visibility in October
Sophia, NC

Average visibility in October - Sophia, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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