October weather forecastOcracoke, NC

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Ocracoke, North Carolina, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72.5°F (22.5°C) and 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a warm 77.9°F (25.5°C) in September to a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C). October nights witness a slight temperature decrease, averaging at an enjoyable 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 73%, October is the least humid month in Ocracoke.

Rainfall

In Ocracoke, in October, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ocracoke, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.9 days and collects up to 8.58" (218mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ocracoke, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

In Ocracoke, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in October interprets into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature in Ocracoke, North Carolina, during October is 72.5°F (22.5°C) and the low-temperature is 67.3°F (19.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

In October, the average relative humidity in Ocracoke, North Carolina, is 73%.

In Ocracoke, North Carolina, in October, during 6.9 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Ocracoke, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through November.

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

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EDT.

In Ocracoke, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Ocracoke, North Carolina, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ocracoke, NC

  • Average high temperature in October: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 67.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).

Average pressure in October
Ocracoke, NC

  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Ocracoke, NC

  • Average wind speed in October: 14.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (17mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12mph).

Average humidity in October
Ocracoke, NC

  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Ocracoke, NC

  • Average rainfall in October: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in October
Ocracoke, NC

  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall days in October
Ocracoke, NC

  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February, March and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ocracoke, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ocracoke, NC

  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Ocracoke, NC

  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Ocracoke, NC

  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in October
Ocracoke, 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).