October weather forecast
Rocky Mount, NC

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Weather in October

October rings in fall in all its glory in Rocky Mount. This month witnesses a decrease in average temperatures, with a notable drop in nighttime lows to 54°F (12.2°C). October's weather, resembling a mild spring, is pleasantly cool, and the days are bathed with ample sunshine for around 11 hours. Moving into November, the city welcomes cooler days and progressively shorter daylight hours. The gorgeous fall colours in the city, combined with the comfortable weather, make it the perfect time for exploring the great outdoors.

Temperature

In Rocky Mount, entering October brings a temperature decrement, reducing from September's warm 81.5°F (27.5°C) to a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C). The average temperature drops to a cool 54°F (12.2°C) during the night in the month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Rocky Mount is 76%.

Rainfall

In Rocky Mount, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rocky Mount, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.9 days and collects up to 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Rocky Mount, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Rocky Mount, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of October, in Rocky Mount, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Rocky Mount is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Rocky Mount is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during October leads to these instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Rocky Mount?

The high-temperature, in October, in Rocky Mount, is 70.7°F (21.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 54°F (12.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Rocky Mount?

The average relative humidity in October in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Rocky Mount in October?

In Rocky Mount, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Rocky Mount?

April through October are months without snowfall in Rocky Mount.

Does it snow in Rocky Mount in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October in Rocky Mount?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Rocky Mount?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Rocky Mount?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Rocky Mount?

In Rocky Mount, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Rocky Mount, NC

Average temperature in October - Rocky Mount, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Rocky Mount, NC

Average pressure in October - Rocky Mount, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Rocky Mount, NC

Average wind speed in October - Rocky Mount, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Rocky Mount, NC

Average humidity in October - Rocky Mount, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

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Average rainfall in October
Rocky Mount, NC

Average rainfall in October - Rocky Mount, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in October
Rocky Mount, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Rocky Mount, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Rocky Mount, NC

Average snowfall in October - Rocky Mount, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
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
Rocky Mount, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Rocky Mount, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 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
Rocky Mount, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rocky Mount, 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: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Rocky Mount, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Rocky Mount, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Rocky Mount, NC

Average UV index in October - Rocky Mount, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Rocky Mount, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Rocky Mount, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Rocky Mount, NC

Average visibility in October - Rocky Mount, 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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