October weather forecast
Bluffton, SC

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The iconic historic Church of the Cross in Bluffton, South Carolina, set in a beautiful garden park
The iconic historic Church of the Cross in Bluffton, South Carolina, set in a beautiful garden park

Weather in October

October presents a more pronounced shift towards cooler temperatures in Bluffton, South Carolina. Temperature readings now lie between 65.3°F (18.5°C) and 75.9°F (24.4°C), as the fall season graces the town. The precipitation decreases further to a more comfortable 2.68" (68mm). The cooling weather, coupled with falling humidity, presents an optimal climate for exploring the town's scenic beauty. October's climate change marks the progression towards the year end, as fall's prime sets in and the daylight hours decrease.

Temperature

A moderate decline in average high-temperatures is noted in October, moving from 83.3°F (28.5°C) in September to a still moderately hot 75.9°F (24.4°C). Bluffton's nighttime temperature in October drops to an average of 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Bluffton, South Carolina, is 73%.

Rainfall

In Bluffton, during October, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Bluffton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.3 days and collects up to 32.28" (820mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall in Bluffton.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 22min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during October translates into the following directions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Bluffton in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bluffton during October are 75.9°F (24.4°C) and 65.3°F (18.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Bluffton?

In Bluffton, South Carolina, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How much does it rain in Bluffton in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout October, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Bluffton?

In Bluffton, snow does not fall in February through December.

How many hours of daylight does Bluffton have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Bluffton?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bluffton, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Bluffton?

In Bluffton, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Bluffton?

In Bluffton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Bluffton, SC

Average temperature in October - Bluffton, SC
  • Average high temperature in October: 75.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 65.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).

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Average pressure in October
Bluffton, SC

Average pressure in October - Bluffton, SC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Bluffton, SC

Average wind speed in October - Bluffton, SC
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Bluffton, SC

Average humidity in October - Bluffton, SC
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Bluffton, SC

Average rainfall in October - Bluffton, SC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in October
Bluffton, SC

Average rainfall days in October - Bluffton, SC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Bluffton, SC

Average snowfall in October - Bluffton, SC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Bluffton, SC

Average snowfall days in October - Bluffton, SC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bluffton, SC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bluffton, SC
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Bluffton, SC

Average sunshine days in October - Bluffton, SC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Bluffton, SC

Average UV index in October - Bluffton, SC
  • Average UV index in October: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Bluffton, SC

Average cloud cover in October - Bluffton, SC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 26

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in October
Bluffton, SC

Average visibility in October - Bluffton, SC
  • 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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