October weather forecast
Mountain Home, NC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Mountain Home, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48°F (8.9°C) and an average high of 67.8°F (19.9°C).

Temperature

The start of October signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C) in September to a comfortable 67.8°F (19.9°C). During the nights in October, Mountain Home experiences a consistent average temperature of 48°F (8.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 74%.

Rainfall

In Mountain Home, North Carolina, in October, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mountain Home, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.9 days and collects up to 35" (889mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Mountain Home, North Carolina, is 11h and 17min.
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 6:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during October translates into the following guidance:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Mountain Home in October?

During October, Mountain Home experiences an average high-temperature of 67.8°F (19.9°C) and a low-temperature of 48°F (8.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Mountain Home?

In October, the average relative humidity in Mountain Home is 74%.

How much does it rain in Mountain Home in October?

In October, in Mountain Home, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout October, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Mountain Home?

May through October are months without snowfall in Mountain Home, North Carolina.

Does it snow in Mountain Home in October?

In Mountain Home, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Mountain Home have in October?

In Mountain Home, the average day length in October is 11h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Mountain Home?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mountain Home, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mountain Home have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Mountain Home is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Mountain Home?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Mountain Home, North Carolina, is 4. 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
Mountain Home, NC

Average temperature in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.8°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 (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

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Average pressure in October
Mountain Home, NC

Average pressure in October - Mountain Home, 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
Mountain Home, NC

Average wind speed in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Mountain Home, NC

Average humidity in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, July and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in October
Mountain Home, NC

Average rainfall in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in October
Mountain Home, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Mountain Home, NC

Average snowfall in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Mountain Home, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 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
Mountain Home, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mountain Home, 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 5min

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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Mountain Home, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Mountain Home, NC

Average UV index in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 4

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
Mountain Home, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Mountain Home, NC

Average visibility in October - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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