October weather forecast
Polkton, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Polkton, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54°F (12.2°C) and 72.3°F (22.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of October coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 83.3°F (28.5°C) in September to an agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C). The nighttime temperature in Polkton, during October, averages of 54°F (12.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

October is the month with the least rainfall in Polkton. Rain falls for 8 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Polkton, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of October, in Polkton, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Polkton, North Carolina, is 6.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in October leads to these guidelines:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Polkton in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Polkton, is 72.3°F (22.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 54°F (12.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Polkton?

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

What is the driest month in Polkton?

October is the month with the least rainfall in Polkton, North Carolina. Rain falls for 8 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October in Polkton?

In Polkton, in October, during 8 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Polkton?

April through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Polkton in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Polkton have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Polkton?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Polkton, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Polkton have in October?

In Polkton, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Polkton?

In Polkton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Polkton, NC

Average temperature in October - Polkton, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 72.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

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Average pressure in October
Polkton, NC

Average pressure in October - Polkton, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Polkton, NC

Average wind speed in October - Polkton, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in October
Polkton, NC

Average humidity in October - Polkton, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Polkton, NC

Average rainfall in October - Polkton, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in October
Polkton, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Polkton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Polkton, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Polkton, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Polkton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Polkton, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Polkton, 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 (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Polkton, NC

Average UV index in October - Polkton, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Polkton, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Polkton, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Polkton, NC

Average visibility in October - Polkton, 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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