October weather forecast
Pinehurst, NC

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Weather in October

In October, Pinehurst immerses itself in the heart of fall, as the sweltering heat of summer becomes a mere memory. The falling readings on the thermometer reflect this seasonal shift, with average highs of 71.8°F (22.1°C), a marked drop from September. October exhibits Pinehurst in a new light, the characteristic autumnal hues of orange, red, and yellow painting a mesmerizing picture. It’s a month of visual delights, a spectacle of nature's changing colors against a clear blue sky backdrop.

Temperature

The beginning of October marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderately hot 82.8°F (28.2°C) in September to an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C). The nighttime temperature, during October, averages of 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 74%.

Rainfall

In Pinehurst, during October, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. In Pinehurst, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.2 days and collects up to 31.06" (789mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of October, in Pinehurst, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during October translates into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature during October is 71.8°F (22.1°C) and the low-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, in Pinehurst, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout October, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Pinehurst, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Pinehurst is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Pinehurst, NC

Average temperature in October - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 71.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Pinehurst, NC

Average pressure in October - Pinehurst, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Pinehurst, NC

Average wind speed in October - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Pinehurst, NC

Average humidity in October - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Pinehurst, NC

Average rainfall in October - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in October
Pinehurst, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Pinehurst, NC

Average snowfall in October - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Pinehurst, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Pinehurst, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Pinehurst, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Pinehurst, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in October
Pinehurst, NC

Average UV index in October - Pinehurst, 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
Pinehurst, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Pinehurst, NC

Average visibility in October - Pinehurst, 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).

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