October weather forecast
West Smithfield, NC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in West Smithfield, North Carolina, is another pleasant autumn month, 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 indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from September's moderately hot 81.5°F (27.5°C) to a pleasant 71.1°F (21.7°C). An average low-temperature of 54°F (12.2°C) is recorded during the nights in October in West Smithfield.

Humidity

In West Smithfield, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In West Smithfield, during October, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in West Smithfield, there are 115.7 rainfall days, and 11.06" (281mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall in West Smithfield.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October 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, in West Smithfield, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

In West Smithfield, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in West Smithfield?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in West Smithfield are 71.1°F (21.7°C) and 54°F (12.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in West Smithfield?

In October, the average relative humidity in West Smithfield, North Carolina, is 76%.

How much does it rain in West Smithfield in October?

In October, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout October, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in West Smithfield?

In West Smithfield, snow does not fall in March through December.

How many hours of daylight does West Smithfield have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in West Smithfield?

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, in West Smithfield, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Smithfield have in October?

In West Smithfield, the average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in West Smithfield?

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

Average temperature in October - West Smithfield, 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
West Smithfield, NC

Average pressure in October - West Smithfield, 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
West Smithfield, NC

Average wind speed in October - West Smithfield, 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
West Smithfield, NC

Average humidity in October - West Smithfield, 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
West Smithfield, NC

Average rainfall in October - West Smithfield, 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
West Smithfield, NC

Average rainfall days in October - West Smithfield, 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
West Smithfield, NC

Average snowfall in October - West Smithfield, 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
West Smithfield, NC

Average snowfall days in October - West Smithfield, 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
West Smithfield, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - West Smithfield, 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
West Smithfield, NC

Average sunshine days in October - West Smithfield, 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
West Smithfield, NC

Average UV index in October - West Smithfield, 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
West Smithfield, NC

Average cloud cover in October - West Smithfield, 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
West Smithfield, NC

Average visibility in October - West Smithfield, 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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