October weather forecast
Whittier, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Whittier, North Carolina, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 44.6°F (7°C) and an average high of 64.6°F (18.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of October brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C) in September to a comfortable 64.6°F (18.1°C). In October, the average low-temperature records at a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Whittier, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Whittier, during October, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Whittier, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.2 days and collects up to 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.7 snowfall days, and 10.16" (258mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Whittier, is 64.6°F (18.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 44.6°F (7°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout October, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Whittier have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Whittier have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Whittier, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in October
Whittier, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Whittier, NC

Average wind speed in October - Whittier, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Whittier, NC

Average humidity in October - Whittier, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Whittier, NC

Average rainfall in October - Whittier, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").

Average rainfall days in October
Whittier, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Whittier, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Whittier, NC

Average snowfall in October - Whittier, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Whittier, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Whittier, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Whittier, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Whittier, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Whittier, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Whittier, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Whittier, NC

Average UV index in October - Whittier, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Whittier, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Whittier, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Whittier, NC

Average visibility in October - Whittier, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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