October weather forecast
Peterson, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Peterson, North Carolina, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 65.5°F (18.6°C) and min 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

Peterson's October weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from September's warm 75.9°F (24.4°C) to an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C). October brings Peterson a consistent average low-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

October and November are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Peterson. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24.7 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Peterson is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of October, in Peterson, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Peterson, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

In Peterson, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Peterson in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Peterson, is 65.5°F (18.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 44.8°F (7.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Peterson?

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the driest month in Peterson?

October and November are months with the least rain in Peterson when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in October in Peterson?

In October, in Peterson, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Peterson?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Peterson have in October?

In October, the average day length in Peterson is 11h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Peterson?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Peterson, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Peterson?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Peterson, North Carolina, is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Peterson?

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

Average temperature in October - Peterson, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Peterson, NC

Average pressure in October - Peterson, 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
Peterson, NC

Average wind speed in October - Peterson, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Peterson, NC

Average humidity in October - Peterson, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in October
Peterson, NC

Average rainfall in October - Peterson, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are October and November (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in October
Peterson, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Peterson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Peterson, NC

Average snowfall in October - Peterson, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Peterson, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Peterson, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Peterson, NC

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

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Peterson, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Peterson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Peterson, NC

Average UV index in October - Peterson, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Peterson, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Peterson, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in October
Peterson, NC

Average visibility in October - Peterson, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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