October weather forecast
Smithfield, NC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Smithfield, North Carolina, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 71.1°F (21.7°C) and 54°F (12.2°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in October, shifting from a warm 81.5°F (27.5°C) in September to an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C). In October, the average low-temperature is a cool 54°F (12.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Smithfield, in October, during 6.6 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Smithfield, North Carolina, there are 115.7 rainfall days, and 11.06" (281mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Smithfield, North Carolina, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

In Smithfield, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, in Smithfield, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Smithfield is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Smithfield is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during October leads to these advisories:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Smithfield in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Smithfield, is 71.1°F (21.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 54°F (12.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Smithfield?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Smithfield?

In October, in Smithfield, North Carolina, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout October, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Smithfield?

In Smithfield, North Carolina, snow does not fall in March through December.

How many hours of daylight does Smithfield have in October?

In Smithfield, North Carolina, the average day length in October is 11h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Smithfield?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Smithfield have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Smithfield is 6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Smithfield?

In Smithfield, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Smithfield, NC

Average temperature in October - Smithfield, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 71.1°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 (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Smithfield, NC

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

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

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Average wind speed in October
Smithfield, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Smithfield, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in October
Smithfield, NC

Average rainfall in October - Smithfield, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in October
Smithfield, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Smithfield, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Smithfield, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Smithfield, NC

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Smithfield, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Smithfield, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Smithfield, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Smithfield, NC

Average UV index in October - Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Smithfield, NC

Average visibility in October - Smithfield, 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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