October weather forecastRiegelwood, NC

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Riegelwood, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.4°F (15.2°C) and 74.1°F (23.4°C).

Temperature

The move into October indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's 82.8°F (28.2°C) to a still warm 74.1°F (23.4°C). Riegelwood, during the month of October, experiences an average low-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Humidity

In Riegelwood, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout October, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Riegelwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.7 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Riegelwood, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

Daylight

In Riegelwood, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Riegelwood in October has an average high-temperature of 74.1°F (23.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

In Riegelwood, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

In October, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout October, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

In October, the average day length is 11h and 19min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.

In Riegelwood, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Riegelwood, NC

  • Average high temperature in October: 74.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Riegelwood, NC

  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Riegelwood, NC

  • Average wind speed in October: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Riegelwood, NC

  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Riegelwood, NC

  • Average rainfall in October: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Riegelwood, NC

  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Riegelwood, NC

  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Riegelwood, NC

  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.4 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
Riegelwood, NC

  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 18min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Riegelwood, NC

  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Riegelwood, NC

  • Average UV index in October: 5

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

Average cloud cover in October
Riegelwood, NC

  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in October
Riegelwood, 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).