October weather forecast
Fort Lawn, SC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Fort Lawn, South Carolina, is an agreeable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 71.8°F (22.1°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

The start of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a warm 82.9°F (28.3°C) in September to a pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) is witnessed throughout October.

Humidity

In Fort Lawn, the average relative humidity in October is 72%.

Rainfall

In Fort Lawn, in October, during 6.5 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 120.6 rainfall days, and 11.97" (304mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Fort Lawn, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 18min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during October morphs into the following directions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

During October, Fort Lawn experiences an average high-temperature of 71.8°F (22.1°C) and a low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout October, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Fort Lawn, snow does not fall in March through December.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Fort Lawn, the average day length in October is 11h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Lawn have in October?

In Fort Lawn, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Fort Lawn is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Fort Lawn, SC

Average temperature in October - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average high temperature in October: 71.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Fort Lawn, SC

Average pressure in October - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Fort Lawn, SC

Average wind speed in October - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Fort Lawn, SC

Average humidity in October - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Fort Lawn, SC

Average rainfall in October - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Fort Lawn, SC

Average rainfall days in October - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Fort Lawn, SC

Average snowfall in October - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (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
Fort Lawn, SC

Average snowfall days in October - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is 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
Fort Lawn, SC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fort Lawn, 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: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Fort Lawn, SC

Average sunshine days in October - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Fort Lawn, SC

Average UV index in October - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average UV index in October: 4

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
Fort Lawn, SC

Average cloud cover in October - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Fort Lawn, SC

Average visibility in October - Fort Lawn, 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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