October weather forecast
Arcadia, SC

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Arcadia, South Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.2°F (11.2°C) and 72.1°F (22.3°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks October, falling from September's warm 83.8°F (28.8°C) to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). In the month of October, Arcadia records a consistent average low-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Arcadia, during October, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. In Arcadia, South Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.5 days and collects up to 28.98" (736mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Arcadia, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

UV index

In Arcadia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 72.1°F (22.3°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Arcadia, during October, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October in Arcadia is 11h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Arcadia, SC

Average temperature in October - Arcadia, SC
  • Average high temperature in October: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Arcadia, SC

Average pressure in October - Arcadia, SC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Arcadia, SC

Average wind speed in October - Arcadia, SC
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Arcadia, SC

Average humidity in October - Arcadia, SC
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in October
Arcadia, SC

Average rainfall in October - Arcadia, SC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in October
Arcadia, SC

Average rainfall days in October - Arcadia, SC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Arcadia, SC

Average snowfall in October - Arcadia, SC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Arcadia, SC

Average snowfall days in October - Arcadia, SC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Arcadia, SC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Arcadia, SC
  • 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Arcadia, SC

Average sunshine days in October - Arcadia, SC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Arcadia, SC

Average UV index in October - Arcadia, SC
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Arcadia, SC

Average cloud cover in October - Arcadia, SC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Arcadia, SC

Average visibility in October - Arcadia, SC
  • 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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