October weather forecastBald Head Island, NC
October
Weather in October
October is a defining milestone in the Bald Head Island calendar as it ushers in the autumn season. What transpires is a considerable drop in temperature, providing relief from the scorching summer. The island gets drenched in hues of yellows and oranges, characteristic of the fall season globally. Also noteworthy, rainfall amounts visibly pull back to 1.65" (42mm). As humidity and cloud cover drop, the weather allows more room for sunlit hours.Temperature
The start of October comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from a moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C) in September to a still warm 73.8°F (23.2°C). October nights experience a consistent temperature drop to an enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C).Humidity
January, March, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Bald Head Island, North Carolina, during October, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 24.69" (627mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Bald Head Island, snow does not fall in February through December.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 19min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 6.3h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average high temperature in October: 73.8°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 63.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.7°F).
Average pressure in October
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average humidity in October: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, October and November (74%).
Average rainfall in October
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average rainfall in October: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").
Average rainfall days in October
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 18min
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 18min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Bald Head Island, NC
- 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
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average cloud cover in October: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in October
Bald Head Island, 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).
