October weather forecast
Effingham, SC

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Effingham, South Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 55.8°F (13.2°C) and 73.6°F (23.1°C).

Temperature

October's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from 83.7°F (28.7°C) in September to a still moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C). October in Effingham sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Humidity

In Effingham, the average relative humidity in October is 74%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout October, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Effingham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.6 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Effingham, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Effingham is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of October, in Effingham, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Effingham, South Carolina, is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. 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 October temperatures in Effingham?

The high-temperature, in October, in Effingham, records 73.6°F (23.1°C), while the low-temperature is 55.8°F (13.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Effingham?

In Effingham, the average relative humidity in October is 74%.

How much does it rain in Effingham in October?

In Effingham, South Carolina, during October, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Effingham?

In Effingham, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Effingham in October?

In Effingham, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Effingham have in October?

In Effingham, South Carolina, the average day length in October is 11h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Effingham?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Effingham, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Effingham?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Effingham?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Effingham, South Carolina, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Effingham, SC

Average temperature in October - Effingham, SC
  • Average high temperature in October: 73.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 55.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).

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Average pressure in October
Effingham, SC

Average pressure in October - Effingham, SC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Effingham, SC

Average wind speed in October - Effingham, SC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Effingham, SC

Average humidity in October - Effingham, SC
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Effingham, SC

Average rainfall in October - Effingham, SC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in October
Effingham, SC

Average rainfall days in October - Effingham, SC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Effingham, SC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
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
Effingham, SC

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 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
Effingham, SC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Effingham, SC
  • 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Effingham, SC

Average sunshine days in October - Effingham, SC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Effingham, SC

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

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
Effingham, SC

Average cloud cover in October - Effingham, SC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Effingham, SC

Average visibility in October - Effingham, 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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