October weather forecast
Mills River, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Mills River, North Carolina, is another enjoyable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66.6°F (19.2°C) and an average low of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

With October's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from September's warm 77.2°F (25.1°C) to a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C). In Mills River, an average temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) is noted during October nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Mills River, in October, during 8.2 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mills River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.4 days and collects up to 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Mills River, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of October in Mills River, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Mills River, North Carolina, the average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

In Mills River, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Mills River?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mills River are 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Mills River?

In Mills River, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in Mills River in October?

In Mills River, during October, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Mills River?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Mills River in October?

In Mills River, North Carolina, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October in Mills River?

The average day length in October in Mills River, North Carolina, is 11h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Mills River?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Mills River?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Mills River, North Carolina, is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Mills River?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Mills River, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Mills River, NC

Average temperature in October - Mills River, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

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Average pressure in October
Mills River, NC

Average pressure in October - Mills River, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"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
Mills River, NC

Average wind speed in October - Mills River, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Mills River, NC

Average humidity in October - Mills River, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Mills River, NC

Average rainfall in October - Mills River, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in October
Mills River, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Mills River, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Mills River, NC

Average snowfall in October - Mills River, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Mills River, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Mills River, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mills River, NC

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

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Mills River, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Mills River, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Mills River, NC

Average UV index in October - Mills River, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Mills River, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Mills River, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Mills River, NC

Average visibility in October - Mills River, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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