October weather forecast
Ridgeland, SC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Ridgeland, South Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 61.2°F (16.2°C) and an average high of 77.4°F (25.2°C).

Temperature

A subtle change in temperatures is noted as September gives way to October, with average highs reducing from a moderately hot 85.3°F (29.6°C) to a still warm 77.4°F (25.2°C). In October, Ridgeland experiences a temperature dip to an average of 61.2°F (16.2°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 74%.

Rainfall

In Ridgeland, in October, during 6 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ridgeland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.5 days and collects up to 10.79" (274mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ridgeland, snow does not fall in January through November.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Ridgeland, the average sunshine in October is 6.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Ridgeland in October?

Ridgeland in October has an average high-temperature of 77.4°F (25.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 74%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Ridgeland, in October, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Ridgeland, snow does not fall in January through November.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Ridgeland, the average day length in October is 11h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Ridgeland, SC
  • Average high temperature in October: 77.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 61.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Ridgeland, SC

Average pressure in October - Ridgeland, SC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Ridgeland, SC

Average wind speed in October - Ridgeland, SC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Ridgeland, SC

Average humidity in October - Ridgeland, SC
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Ridgeland, SC

Average rainfall in October - Ridgeland, SC
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Ridgeland, SC

Average rainfall days in October - Ridgeland, SC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.8 days).

Average snowfall days in October
Ridgeland, SC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ridgeland, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ridgeland, SC

Average sunshine days in October - Ridgeland, SC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 23 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Ridgeland, SC

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Ridgeland, SC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in October
Ridgeland, SC

Average visibility in October - Ridgeland, 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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