October weather forecast
South Carolina, USA

October in South Carolina heralds a full embrace of autumn, with cooler temperatures and a tapestry of colorful foliage. Along the coastline, in places like Hilton Head Island, temperatures oscillate between 54°F (12.2°C) and 76°F (24.4°C). While daytime retains a moderate warmth, nights begin to introduce a chill, particularly towards the month's end.

The Midlands, where places like Columbia reside, bask in the pleasantness of fall. The heat of summer is a distant memory, replaced by comfortable days and cooler nights. The Upstate, influenced by its proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains, delivers a spectacular visual treat. The foliage, with its array of reds, oranges, and yellows, reaches its zenith in this region, especially in elevated areas.

October's ambiance is dry, with a clear atmosphere, allowing for brilliant blue skies. Rainfall is sporadic, and when it occurs, it's usually brief and light. The reduced humidity and the cool breeze further amplify the season's allure.

Compared to September, October solidifies its position as a quintessential autumn month. There's a tangible shift in weather patterns, with the warmth of the previous month giving way to more consistent coolness. As October concludes, South Carolina begins its subtle descent into the colder embrace of the forthcoming winter months, with November ushering in further drops in temperature and a stark shift in the landscape.

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• Columbia - October »
  In Columbia, in October, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the last day of October, in Columbia, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EDT.
• Charleston - October »
  In Charleston, South Carolina, in October, during 10.6 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Charleston the average relative humidity in October is 74%.
• North Charleston - October »
  In October, in North Charleston the rain falls for 9.7 days. In North Charleston, during October, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.
• Mount Pleasant - October »
  In Mount Pleasant during October, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. With the onset of October, the average high-temperature in Mount Pleasant subtly recedes from September's warm 83.3°F (28.5°C) to a still moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C).
• Rock Hill - October »
  In Rock Hill in October, during 9.9 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rock Hill, during October, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.
• Greenville - October »
  In Greenville in October, during 9.4 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. October brings a hint of chill to Greenville, South Carolina as notable changes in temperature are introduced.
• Summerville - October »
  On the last day of October, in Summerville sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EDT. In Summerville, South Carolina, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.
• Goose Creek - October »
  On the first day of October in Goose Creek, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. In Goose Creek, during October, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.
• Sumter - October »
  In Sumter snow does not fall in April through October. In Sumter, in October, during 8.5 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Hilton Head Island - October »
  In Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, the average seawater temperature in October is 77°F (25°C). In October, the average relative humidity in Hilton Head Island is 73%.
• Florence - October »
  In Florence during October, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. On the first day of October in Florence, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:02 pm.
• Spartanburg - October »
  In Spartanburg in October, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In October, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, the rain falls for 8.7 days.