October weather forecast
Elgin, SC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Elgin, South Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.6°F (13.1°C) and 73.6°F (23.1°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as September gives way to October, with average highs reducing from 83.8°F (28.8°C) to a still warm 73.6°F (23.1°C). The nights of October anticipate an average low-temperature of 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Elgin, South Carolina, is 72%.

Rainfall

In Elgin, during October, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. In Elgin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157 days and collects up to 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Elgin.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Elgin is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Elgin in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Elgin, is 73.6°F (23.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 55.6°F (13.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Elgin?

In October, the average relative humidity in Elgin, South Carolina, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October in Elgin?

In Elgin, South Carolina, during October, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Elgin?

In Elgin, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Elgin in October?

In Elgin, South Carolina, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Elgin have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Elgin?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elgin, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Elgin?

The average sunshine duration in October in Elgin, South Carolina, is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in October in Elgin?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Elgin, South Carolina, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Elgin, SC

Average temperature in October - Elgin, SC
  • Average high temperature in October: 73.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 55.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Elgin, SC

Average pressure in October - Elgin, SC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Elgin, SC

Average wind speed in October - Elgin, SC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Elgin, SC

Average humidity in October - Elgin, SC
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Elgin, SC

Average rainfall in October - Elgin, SC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.97").

Average rainfall days in October
Elgin, SC

Average rainfall days in October - Elgin, SC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Elgin, SC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Elgin, SC

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Elgin, SC
  • 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Elgin, SC

Average sunshine days in October - Elgin, SC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Elgin, SC

Average UV index in October - Elgin, SC
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Elgin, SC

Average cloud cover in October - Elgin, SC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Elgin, SC

Average visibility in October - Elgin, 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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