October weather forecast
Bald Head Island, NC

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Beautiful beach home condos along the edges of the scenic Bald Heas Island in North Carolina
Beautiful beach home condos along the edges of the scenic Bald Heas Island in North Carolina

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

A subtle shift in Bald Head Island's weather is observed as September turns into October, with the average high temperature reducing from a moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C) to a still warm 73.8°F (23.2°C). In the month of October, Bald Head Island records a consistent average low-temperature of 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, during October, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Bald Head Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 24.69" (627mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Bald Head Island, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

In Bald Head Island, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of October in Bald Head Island, 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 in Bald Head Island is 6.3h.

UV index

In Bald Head Island, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Bald Head Island?

The high-temperature, in October, in Bald Head Island, is 73.8°F (23.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 63.1°F (17.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the least humid months in Bald Head Island?

January, March, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Bald Head Island, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in October in Bald Head Island?

The average relative humidity in October is 74%.

How much does it rain in Bald Head Island in October?

In Bald Head Island, in October, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Bald Head Island?

February through December are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Bald Head Island have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Bald Head Island?

In October, on the first day of the month, 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.

How long on average sun shines in October in Bald Head Island?

In Bald Head Island, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Bald Head Island?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Bald Head Island, North Carolina, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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YearJFMAMJJASOctoberND
Sep
October
Nov
Average high temperature
81.9°F 27.7°C
73.8°F 23.2°C
64.6°F 18.1°C
Average low temperature
72.5°F 22.5°C
63.1°F 17.3°C
53.2°F 11.8°C
Average pressure
30" 762mmHg
30.03" 763mmHg
30.12" 765mmHg
Average wind speed
9.9mph 15.9km/h
10.4mph 16.7km/h
10.6mph 17.1km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.2mph 16.4km/h
11.2mph 18km/h
11.3mph 18.2km/h
Average wind speed gusts
14.7mph 23.7km/h
16.2mph 26.1km/h
16.3mph 26.2km/h
Average humidity
76%
74%
74%
Average rainfall
3.27" 83mm
1.65" 42mm
1.57" 40mm
Average rainfall days
15.5
10.1
8.4
Average snowfall
0" 0mm
0" 0mm
0" 0mm
Average snowfall days
0
0
0
Average daylight
12h 2min
11h 2min
10h 2min
Average sunshine
9h 3min
6h 2min
5h 5min
Average sunshine days
11.6
19.2
19.3
Average UV index
6
5
4
Average cloud cover
31%
29%
33%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in October
Bald Head Island, NC

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).

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Average pressure in October
Bald Head Island, NC

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).

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Average wind speed in October
Bald Head Island, NC

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).

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Average humidity in October
Bald Head Island, NC

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%).

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Average rainfall in October
Bald Head Island, NC

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").

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Average rainfall days in October
Bald Head Island, NC

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).

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Average snowfall in October
Bald Head Island, NC

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").

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Average snowfall days in October
Bald Head Island, NC

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).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bald Head Island, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bald Head Island, NC
  • 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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in October
Bald Head Island, NC

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).

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Average UV index in October
Bald Head Island, NC

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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Bald Head Island, NC

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).

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Average visibility in October
Bald Head Island, NC

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).

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