October weather forecastChapel Hill, NC
October
Weather in October
October in Chapel Hill presents quintessential fall weather. The receding heat from the preceding summer months makes way for calmer, cooler temperatures. As the month progresses, the city witnesses a significant transition with trees turning various hues of ochre and crimson. October's weather, coupled with the transformation in the natural landscape, creates an appealing environment. It's the perfect month to take leisurely walks and picnics, basking in the golden afternoons and nippy evenings characteristic of a North Carolinian October.Temperature
The onset of October results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a moderately hot 82°F (27.8°C) in September to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). The temperature dips to an average of 52.3°F (11.3°C) during October nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 75%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is October, when the rain falls for 7.6 days and typically collects 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.Daylight
In Chapel Hill, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.On the first day of October in Chapel Hill, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Chapel Hill, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In October, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Chapel Hill, NC
- Average high temperature in October: 70.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 52.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).
Average pressure in October
Chapel Hill, 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).
Average wind speed in October
Chapel Hill, NC
- Average wind speed in October: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Chapel Hill, NC
- Average humidity in October: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Chapel Hill, NC
- Average rainfall in October: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (0.83").
Average rainfall days in October
Chapel Hill, NC
- Average rainfall days in October: 7.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Chapel Hill, NC
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Chapel Hill, NC
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Chapel Hill, NC
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 18min
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 48min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Chapel Hill, NC
- Average sunshine days in October: 22.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (12.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Chapel Hill, NC
- Average UV index in October: 4
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Chapel Hill, NC
- Average cloud cover in October: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in October
Chapel Hill, 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).
