October weather forecast
Pawleys Island, SC

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Weather in October

As autumn establishes its roots in October, an evident drop in temperature is noticed, with highs reaching 73.6°F (23.1°C) and lows approaching 62.1°F (16.7°C). Keeping up with autumn characteristics, October receives reduced rainfall, averaging 3.07" (78mm) over 10.1 days only. The island enjoys lesser daylight hours but still basks in approximately 6.4 hours of sunshine per day. However, a wind speed of 9.6mph (15.4km/h) coupled with an average cloud coverage of just 28% makes October an appealing month for nature lovers.

Temperature

The move into October in Pawleys Island indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's warm 81.5°F (27.5°C) to a still moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C). The mean low-temperature during October nights is a refreshing 62.1°F (16.7°C).

Humidity

In Pawleys Island, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In Pawleys Island, during October, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. In Pawleys Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.1 days and collects up to 42.4" (1077mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Pawleys Island, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. 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: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during October translates into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in Pawleys Island, is 73.6°F (23.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 62.1°F (16.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Pawleys Island, in October, during 10.1 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Pawleys Island, snow does not fall in March through December.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Pawleys Island, the average day length in October is 11h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Pawleys Island, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Pawleys Island, SC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 62.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average pressure in October - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average wind speed in October - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average humidity in October - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average rainfall in October - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average rainfall days in October - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average snowfall in October - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average snowfall days in October - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average sunshine days in October - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6 days).

Average UV index in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average UV index in October - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average cloud cover in October - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average visibility in October - Pawleys Island, 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).

Pawleys Island, South Carolina, USA

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