October weather forecast
Sparta, NC

Share

Weather in October

October, like September, in Sparta, North Carolina, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.8°F (7.1°C) and max 63.7°F (17.6°C).

Temperature

With October's arrival, Sparta's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a warm 74.7°F (23.7°C) in September to a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C). Sparta's average low-temperature for the month of October records at a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Sparta is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Sparta is October, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically collects 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sparta, there are 26.6 snowfall days, and 22.64" (575mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Sparta is 11h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sparta, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sparta in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Sparta, is 63.7°F (17.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 44.8°F (7.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Sparta?

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

What is the driest month in Sparta?

The month with the least rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically collects 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October in Sparta?

In October, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Sparta?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sparta have in October?

In October, the average day length in Sparta is 11h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Sparta?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sparta, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sparta have in October?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Sparta?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Sparta, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Sparta, NC

Average temperature in October - Sparta, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in October
Sparta, NC

Average pressure in October - Sparta, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in October
Sparta, NC

Average wind speed in October - Sparta, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in October
Sparta, NC

Average humidity in October - Sparta, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, June, July and November (76%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in October
Sparta, NC

Average rainfall in October - Sparta, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.32").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in October
Sparta, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Sparta, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in October
Sparta, NC

Average snowfall in October - Sparta, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in October
Sparta, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Sparta, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sparta, NC
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in October
Sparta, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Sparta, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in October
Sparta, NC

Average UV index in October - Sparta, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in October
Sparta, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Sparta, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

[Resources]

Average visibility in October
Sparta, NC

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

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

[Resources]

Sparta, North Carolina, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location