October weather forecastCape Carteret, NC
October
Weather in October
October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Cape Carteret, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 62.2°F (16.8°C) and an average high of 73°F (22.8°C).Temperature
In the transition to October, Cape Carteret observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from a warm 81.3°F (27.4°C) in September to a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C). Cape Carteret reports an average low-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C) during the nights of October.Humidity
In Cape Carteret, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.Rainfall
In Cape Carteret, during October, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.1 rainfall days, and 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Cape Carteret, snow does not fall in April through December.Ocean temperature
In October, the average ocean temperature is 75.7°F (24.3°C).Note: Factoring in a person's dislike for cold, combined with conditions like sunshine, wind, and temperature, a dip in 75.7°F (24.3°C) waters might be satisfying. (It is worth noting that the Olympic swimming waters are maintained between 77°F (25°C) and 82.4°F (28°C).)
Daylight
In Cape Carteret, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 18min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during October translates into these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Heads up! UV intensity is amplified by reflections from water and sand.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average high temperature in October: 73°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.1°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 62.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average wind speed in October: 10.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).
Average humidity in October
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average humidity in October: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and April (74%).
Average rainfall in October
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average rainfall in October: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").
Average rainfall days in October
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February and December (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average sea temperature in October: 75.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (82.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (57.7°F).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cape Carteret, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).
Average UV index in October
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average cloud cover in October: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in October
Cape Carteret, 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).
