Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average sea temperature in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
Southport's weather subtly changes with the onset of October, barely falling from 82.2°F (27.9°C) in September to a still moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C). During October, Southport experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 63°F (17.2°C).Humidity
In Southport, the average relative humidity in October is 74%.Rainfall
In Southport, during October, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Southport, there are 181.2 rainfall days, and 43.94" (1116mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Southport, snow does not fall in March through November.Ocean temperature
In Southport, the average seawater temperature in October is 75.7°F (24.3°C).Note: If someone is sensitive to cold, the enjoyment of swimming in 75.7°F (24.3°C) water hinges on factors like sunshine, wind, and the current air temperature. (For context: Olympic swimming competitions are held in water temperatures of 77°F (25°C) to 82.4°F (28°C).)
Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Southport is 11h and 19min.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 7:31 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Heed this! UV intensity is much stronger when reflected off sand and water.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in October
Southport, NC
- Average high temperature in October: 73.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 63°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.6°F).
Average pressure in October
Southport, NC
- Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Southport, NC
- Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).
Average humidity in October
Southport, NC
- Average humidity in October: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (73%).
Average rainfall in October
Southport, NC
- Average rainfall in October: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").
Average rainfall days in October
Southport, NC
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in October
Southport, NC
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Southport, NC
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Southport, NC
- Average sea temperature in October: 75.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (82.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (56°F).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Southport, NC
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Southport, NC
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and December (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Southport, NC
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Southport, NC
- Average cloud cover in October: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in October
Southport, 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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