October weather forecast
Tar Heel, NC

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Weather in October

October, like September, is an agreeable autumn month in Tar Heel, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.4°F (13°C) and 72.5°F (22.5°C).

Temperature

As October commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a warm 82.6°F (28.1°C) in September to a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C). Tar Heel, in October, experiences an average temperature of 55.4°F (13°C) at night.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Tar Heel, North Carolina, during October, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. In Tar Heel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.7 days and collects up to 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Tar Heel, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Tar Heel, North Carolina, is 11h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Tar Heel is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. 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 are the temperatures in Tar Heel in October?

During October, Tar Heel experiences an average high-temperature of 72.5°F (22.5°C) and a low-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Tar Heel?

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How much does it rain in Tar Heel in October?

In Tar Heel, North Carolina, during October, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Tar Heel?

In Tar Heel, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Tar Heel in October?

In Tar Heel, North Carolina, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Tar Heel have in October?

The average day length in October in Tar Heel, North Carolina, is 11h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Tar Heel?

On the first day of October in Tar Heel, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Tar Heel?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Tar Heel is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in October in Tar Heel?

In Tar Heel, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Tar Heel, NC

Average temperature in October - Tar Heel, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Tar Heel, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, 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
Tar Heel, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Tar Heel, NC

Average humidity in October - Tar Heel, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

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

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Average rainfall in October
Tar Heel, NC

Average rainfall in October - Tar Heel, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in October
Tar Heel, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Tar Heel, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Tar Heel, NC

Average snowfall in October - Tar Heel, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Tar Heel, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Tar Heel, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Tar Heel, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Tar Heel, NC
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Tar Heel, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Tar Heel, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

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Average UV index in October
Tar Heel, NC

Average UV index in October - Tar Heel, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Tar Heel, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Tar Heel, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and October (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Tar Heel, NC

Average visibility in October - Tar Heel, 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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