October weather forecast
Salisbury, NC

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Weather in October

October fully embraces the fall season in Salisbury, showcasing colorful foliage and significantly cooler temperatures. Late evenings and early mornings begin to warrant light layering as the temperature starts to drop. By this time, the typical summer heat is entirely absent, replaced by a crisp autumnal chill. October offers a respite from the summer humidity, introducing a fresher air quality. The month's calm and refreshing conditions provide the perfect setting for outdoor fall events.

Temperature

October in Salisbury comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 81.7°F (27.6°C) in September to an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C). Salisbury, in October, observes a steady average low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Humidity

In Salisbury, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Salisbury, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during October translates into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Salisbury?

The high-temperature, in October, in Salisbury, records 70.5°F (21.4°C), while the low-temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Salisbury?

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

What is the driest month in Salisbury?

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October in Salisbury?

In Salisbury, North Carolina, in October, during 9 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Salisbury?

April through November are months without snowfall in Salisbury, North Carolina.

What is the average length of the day in October in Salisbury?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Salisbury?

On the first day of October in Salisbury, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Salisbury?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October in Salisbury?

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

Average temperature in October - Salisbury, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 70.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Salisbury, NC

Average pressure in October - Salisbury, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Salisbury, NC

Average wind speed in October - Salisbury, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Salisbury, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Salisbury, NC

Average rainfall in October - Salisbury, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in October
Salisbury, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Salisbury, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Salisbury, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Salisbury, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Salisbury, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Salisbury, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Salisbury, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Salisbury, NC

Average UV index in October - Salisbury, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Salisbury, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Salisbury, NC

Average visibility in October - Salisbury, 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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