October weather forecast
Fairfax, SC

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Fairfax, South Carolina, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 75°F (23.9°C) and min 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

In Fairfax, entering October brings a temperature decrement, reducing from September's moderately hot 84.9°F (29.4°C) to a still warm 75°F (23.9°C). Fairfax experiences a mean low-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C) during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fairfax, in October, during 8.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fairfax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.9 days and collects up to 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of October, in Fairfax, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Fairfax is 6.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Fairfax, South Carolina, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during October translates into the following guidance:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Fairfax?

The high-temperature during October is 75°F (23.9°C) and the low-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Fairfax?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Fairfax?

In Fairfax, South Carolina, in October, during 8.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Fairfax?

In Fairfax, South Carolina, snow does not fall in March through December.

What is the average length of the day in October in Fairfax?

In Fairfax, South Carolina, the average day length in October is 11h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Fairfax?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairfax have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Fairfax is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Fairfax?

In Fairfax, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Fairfax, SC

Average temperature in October - Fairfax, SC
  • Average high temperature in October: 75°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Fairfax, SC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Fairfax, SC

Average wind speed in October - Fairfax, SC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in October
Fairfax, SC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Fairfax, SC

Average rainfall in October - Fairfax, SC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in October
Fairfax, SC

Average rainfall days in October - Fairfax, SC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Fairfax, SC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Fairfax, SC

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 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
Fairfax, SC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Fairfax, SC

Average sunshine days in October - Fairfax, SC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Fairfax, SC

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

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Fairfax, SC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Fairfax, SC

Average visibility in October - Fairfax, 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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