October weather forecast
Sapphire, NC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Sapphire, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 66.6°F (19.2°C).

Temperature

October comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from September's warm 77.7°F (25.4°C) to a refreshing 66.6°F (19.2°C). In October, Sapphire records an average nighttime temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, in Sapphire, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout October, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sapphire, there are 191.1 rainfall days, and 45.59" (1158mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Sapphire. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.4 snowfall days, and 22.99" (584mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Sapphire is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of October, in Sapphire, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

In Sapphire, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Sapphire?

Sapphire in October has an average high-temperature of 66.6°F (19.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Sapphire?

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

How much does it rain in Sapphire in October?

In Sapphire, in October, during 12.4 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Sapphire?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sapphire have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Sapphire?

On the first day of October in Sapphire, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sapphire have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Sapphire is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Sapphire?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Sapphire, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index reading 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
Sapphire, NC

Average temperature in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Sapphire, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Sapphire, NC

Average wind speed in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Sapphire, NC

Average humidity in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in October
Sapphire, NC

Average rainfall in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.15"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

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Average rainfall days in October
Sapphire, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Sapphire, NC

Average snowfall in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Sapphire, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sapphire, 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: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Sapphire, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Sapphire, NC

Average UV index in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Sapphire, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Sapphire, NC

Average visibility in October - Sapphire, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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