October weather forecastSmyrna, NC

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Smyrna, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.5°F (18.6°C) and 72.5°F (22.5°C).

Temperature

A subtle shift in Smyrna's weather is observed as September turns into October, with the average high temperature reducing from a warm 79.7°F (26.5°C) to a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C). During the nights of October, the average low-temperature holds at a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are February, March and October, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Smyrna, in October, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Smyrna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.4 days and collects up to 34.76" (883mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 18min.
On the first day of October in Smyrna, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during October leads to these advisories:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Smyrna, in October, the average high-temperature is 72.5°F (22.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 65.5°F (18.6°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 91.4°F (33°C).

February, March and October, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

In Smyrna, in October, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Smyrna, snow does not fall in March through December.

The average day length in October is 11h and 18min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EDT.

In October, the average sunshine duration in Smyrna, North Carolina, is 6.1h.

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Smyrna is 5. 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
Smyrna, NC

  • Average high temperature in October: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 65.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Smyrna, NC

  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Smyrna, NC

  • Average wind speed in October: 12.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Smyrna, NC

  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February, March and October (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Smyrna, NC

  • Average rainfall in October: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.84").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

Average rainfall days in October
Smyrna, NC

  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Smyrna, NC

  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Smyrna, NC

  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 18min

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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Smyrna, NC

  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Smyrna, NC

  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Smyrna, NC

  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Smyrna, 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).