October weather forecastApex, NC
October
Weather in October
October unravels a gradual shift from the warm September to noticeably cooler and short days. The mercury fluctuates from less warm 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a moderate 70.7°F (21.5°C), signalling the onset of autumn. Transitioning from October to November, the city prepares to move into progressively chillier days of the year end. While the average hours of daylight are reduced significantly, cloud coverage begins to increase. In October, Apex experiences a congruous blend of warmth, cool gusts, and frequent rainfall.Temperature
In October, the average high-temperature goes from a warm 81.9°F (27.7°C) in September to a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C). October nights in Apex are marked by an average low-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically collects 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Apex, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In Apex, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Apex, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading 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 4 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Apex, NC
- Average high temperature in October: 70.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 53.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Apex, NC
- 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Apex, NC
- Average wind speed in October: 6.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in October
Apex, NC
- Average humidity in October: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Apex, NC
- Average rainfall in October: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.17").
Average rainfall days in October
Apex, NC
- Average rainfall days in October: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in October
Apex, NC
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Apex, NC
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Apex, NC
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 6min
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
Apex, NC
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Apex, NC
- Average UV index in October: 4
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Apex, NC
- Average cloud cover in October: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in October
Apex, NC
- 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).
