October weather forecast
Apex, NC

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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

October in Apex suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C) in September to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). The low-temperature in Apex averages to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Apex is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during October translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Apex in October?

October temperatures in Apex, North Carolina, vary between a high-temperature of 70.7°F (21.5°C) and a low-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Apex?

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

What is the driest month in Apex?

The month with the least rainfall in Apex, North Carolina, is October, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically collects 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October in Apex?

In Apex, in October, during 10 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Apex?

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

Does it snow in Apex in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Apex have in October?

In Apex, the average day length in October is 11h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Apex?

On the first day of October in Apex, 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.

How long on average sun shines in October in Apex?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Apex is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Apex?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Apex, NC

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).

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Average pressure in October
Apex, NC

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).

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Average wind speed in October
Apex, NC

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).

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Average humidity in October
Apex, NC

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%).

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Average rainfall in October
Apex, NC

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").

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Average rainfall days in October
Apex, NC

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).

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Average snowfall in October
Apex, NC

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").

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Average snowfall days in October
Apex, NC

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).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Apex, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Apex, NC
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in October
Apex, NC

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).

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Average UV index in October
Apex, NC

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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Apex, NC

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).

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Average visibility in October
Apex, NC

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).

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