October weather forecastMatthews, NC
October
Weather in October
October brings further cooling to Matthews, North Carolina. The weather becomes much milder, as temperatures reach highs around 71.2°F (21.8°C), dropping from the peak in the previous months. Having said goodbye to the long, hot summer days, residents now prepare for the chillier months ahead. Days grow shorter, and the frequency of rainfall dips, giving way to colder and drier conditions. October offers a departure from heat and humidity and steps towards a colder and more subdued climate.Temperature
In October, the average high-temperature goes from a warm 82.6°F (28.1°C) in September to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). In October, the average low-temperature is a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C).Humidity
In Matthews, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.Rainfall
October is the month with the least rainfall in Matthews. Rain falls for 9.6 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 17min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.4h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Matthews, NC
- Average high temperature in October: 71.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 53.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).
Average pressure in October
Matthews, 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 (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Matthews, NC
- Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Matthews, NC
- Average humidity in October: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in October
Matthews, NC
- Average rainfall in October: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").
Average rainfall days in October
Matthews, NC
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Matthews, NC
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Matthews, NC
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Matthews, NC
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Matthews, NC
- Average sunshine days in October: 20.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Matthews, NC
- Average UV index in October: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Matthews, NC
- Average cloud cover in October: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Matthews, 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).
