October weather forecast
Southern Pines, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Southern Pines, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72°F (22.2°C) and 54°F (12.2°C).

Temperature

Southern Pines observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's warm 82.8°F (28.2°C) to a pleasant 72°F (22.2°C). Southern Pines, in the month of October, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 54°F (12.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Southern Pines, during October, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. In Southern Pines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.3 days and collects up to 32.91" (836mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Southern Pines, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Southern Pines, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, in Southern Pines, the average high-temperature is 72°F (22.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 54°F (12.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Southern Pines, during October, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall in Southern Pines.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Southern Pines have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Southern Pines?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 72°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 (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Southern Pines, NC

Average pressure in October - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"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
Southern Pines, NC

Average wind speed in October - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Southern Pines, NC

Average humidity in October - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

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

Average rainfall in October
Southern Pines, NC

Average rainfall in October - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in October
Southern Pines, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Southern Pines, NC

Average snowfall in October - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Southern Pines, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.3 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
Southern Pines, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Southern Pines, 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 month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Southern Pines, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Southern Pines, NC

Average UV index in October - Southern Pines, 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
Southern Pines, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

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

Average visibility in October
Southern Pines, NC

Average visibility in October - Southern Pines, 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).

Southern Pines, North Carolina, USA

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