October weather forecast
Boone, NC

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The townscape of the scenic city of Boone, North Carolina
The townscape of the scenic city of Boone, North Carolina

Weather in October

October, hallmarked by autumn hues, presents cooler weather, with a digression from September's slightly warmer temperatures. The beginning of snowfall, measuring at 0.91 inch, signals the city's slow march towards colder months. October ensures a more diverse spread of weather patterns, characterized by increased rainfall, shorter daylight hours and a drop in temperature. November is expected to bring further chill, significantly more snowfall and a reduction in the number of sunlight hours. In essence, October gently introduces the city to the cooler end of the year.

Temperature

Start of October brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C) to an enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) is recorded in Boone, North Carolina, during October.

Humidity

In Boone, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In Boone, during October, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Boone, there are 180.6 rainfall days, and 34.88" (886mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Boone. October is the first month it typically snows in Boone. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.91" (23mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Boone, there are 36.8 snowfall days, and 28.19" (716mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Boone is 11h and 15min.
On the first day of October in Boone, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Boone, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Boone in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Boone during October are 63.7°F (17.6°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Boone?

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How many days does it rain in October in Boone?

In Boone, North Carolina, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Boone?

October is the first month it typically snows in Boone, North Carolina. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Boone have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Boone?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Boone, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Boone have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Boone is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Boone?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. 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
Boone, NC

Average temperature in October - Boone, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

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Average pressure in October
Boone, NC

Average pressure in October - Boone, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Boone, NC

Average wind speed in October - Boone, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Boone, NC

Average humidity in October - Boone, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in October
Boone, NC

Average rainfall in October - Boone, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in October
Boone, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Boone, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Boone, NC

Average snowfall in October - Boone, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Boone, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Boone, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Boone, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Boone, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Boone, NC

Average UV index in October - Boone, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Boone, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Boone, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Boone, NC

Average visibility in October - Boone, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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