October weather forecastRocky Mount, NC
October
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
The onset of October brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a moderately hot 81.5°F (27.5°C) in September to a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C). The month of October records an average low-temperature of 54°F (12.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 76%.Rainfall
In Rocky Mount, during October, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Rocky Mount, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.9 days and collects up to 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 16min.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.
Sunshine
In Rocky Mount, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Rocky Mount is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 18min
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 54min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
