October weather forecast
Sumter, SC

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Weather in October

October, associated with a distinct autumn charm, grants Sumter a break from summer's relentless heat. The gradual lowering of the average high temperature to 73.8°F (23.2°C) and a low of 56.7°F (13.7°C) signify the onset of cooler days and nights. As the month shifts towards November, the temperature continues to drop steadily offering a crisp climate, a dramatic drop in rainfall, and longer nights.

Temperature

October brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a moderately hot 83.7°F (28.7°C) in September to a still warm 73.8°F (23.2°C). In Sumter, the average nighttime temperature during October is a mild 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 72%.

Rainfall

In Sumter, South Carolina, during October, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.8 rainfall days, and 33.35" (847mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Sumter, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sumter, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in October transforms into this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sumter in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 73.8°F (23.2°C) and 56.7°F (13.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How much does it rain in Sumter in October?

In Sumter, during October, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Sumter, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Sumter is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sumter, SC

Average temperature in October - Sumter, SC
  • Average high temperature in October: 73.8°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 (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 56.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Sumter, SC

Average pressure in October - Sumter, 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
Sumter, SC

Average wind speed in October - Sumter, SC
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Sumter, SC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Sumter, SC

Average rainfall in October - Sumter, SC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in October
Sumter, SC

Average rainfall days in October - Sumter, SC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sumter, SC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sumter, SC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.6 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
Sumter, SC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sumter, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sumter, SC

Average sunshine days in October - Sumter, SC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Sumter, SC

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Sumter, SC

Average cloud cover in October - Sumter, SC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Sumter, SC

Average visibility in October - Sumter, 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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