October weather forecastWinston-Salem, NC

October
Weather in October
October in Winston-Salem brings with it the chill of the autumn season, with temperatures sliding down to an average high of 69.6°F (20.9°C) and a low of 50.7°F (10.4°C). The region experiences a reduction in daylight and sunshine hours during this month, signaling shorter and cooler days. Rainfall dips further, and humidity levels also see a significant decrease. October's cool and breezy weather makes it one of the most welcoming times of the year in the city. The fall foliage's hues add to Winston-Salem's pleasant weather, making it a visual treat.Temperature
The arrival of October in Winston-Salem corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from September's warm 81°F (27.2°C) to a pleasant 69.6°F (20.9°C). In October, Winston-Salem experiences an average nighttime temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.Rainfall
October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.7 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Winston-Salem, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 6.2h.UV index
In Winston-Salem, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Average temperature in October
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average high temperature in October: 69.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 50.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).
Average pressure in October
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average wind speed in October: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in October
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average humidity in October: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in October
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average rainfall in October: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").
Average rainfall days in October
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Winston-Salem, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.7 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).
Average UV index in October
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average UV index in October: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average cloud cover in October: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Winston-Salem, 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).





