October weather forecastSouthern Shores, NC
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Southern Shores, North Carolina, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 70.2°F (21.2°C) and min 63.9°F (17.7°C).Temperature
A mild drop in Southern Shores's average high-temperature is observed in October, transitioning from a warm 77.5°F (25.3°C) in September to an agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C). Southern Shores sustains an average of approximately a refreshing 63.9°F (17.7°C) during October nights, with little variation from daytime highs.Humidity
October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Southern Shores, in October, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 37.24" (946mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Southern Shores, snow does not fall in April through November.Ocean temperature
In October, the average ocean temperature is 69.6°F (20.9°C).Note: For swimming, a surface water temperature of 69.6°F (20.9°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).
Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 16min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Southern Shores is 6.2h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in October translates into this advice:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Average temperature in October
Southern Shores, NC
- Average high temperature in October: 70.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 63.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Southern Shores, NC
- Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Southern Shores, NC
- Average wind speed in October: 12.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).
Average humidity in October
Southern Shores, NC
- Average humidity in October: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).
Average rainfall in October
Southern Shores, NC
- Average rainfall in October: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").
Average rainfall days in October
Southern Shores, NC
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.6 days).
Average snowfall in October
Southern Shores, NC
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Southern Shores, NC
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Southern Shores, NC
- Average sea temperature in October: 69.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.2°F).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Southern Shores, 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: 6h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Southern Shores, NC
- Average sunshine days in October: 16.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).
Average UV index in October
Southern Shores, NC
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Southern Shores, NC
- Average cloud cover in October: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in October
Southern Shores, 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).
