October weather forecastFolly Beach, SC
October
Weather in October
October presents a noticeable cooling from September, with the weather in Folly Beach showing temperatures ranging From 65.7°F (18.7°C) to 75.2°F (24°C). Consistent with the rest of the year, October registers zero snowfall days. October stands in contrast to September as it sees a drop in rainfall and is significantly less humid. The daylight hours reduce further in October and wind speeds experience a slight increase making the onset of late autumn evident.Temperature
October ushers in a minute temperature change in Folly Beach, South Carolina, with average high-temperatures reducing from September's warm 82.6°F (28.1°C) to a still moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C). Throughout October nights, Folly Beach experiences a consistent temperature average of 65.7°F (18.7°C).Humidity
January, March and October, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Folly Beach, during October, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.3 rainfall days, and 10" (254mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
February through November are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
In Folly Beach, the average seawater temperature in October is 77.9°F (25.5°C).Note: For any water activity, having surface water temperatures from 77°F (25°C) to 84.2°F (29°C) is considered outstanding and highly delightful for lengthened periods.
Daylight
In Folly Beach, South Carolina, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 6.7h.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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Heed this! UV intensity is much stronger when reflected off sand and water.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Folly Beach, SC
- Average high temperature in October: 75.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 65.7°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.4°F).
Average pressure in October
Folly Beach, SC
- Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Folly Beach, SC
- Average wind speed in October: 10mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Folly Beach, SC
- Average humidity in October: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and October (73%).
Average rainfall in October
Folly Beach, SC
- Average rainfall in October: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").
Average rainfall days in October
Folly Beach, SC
- Average rainfall days in October: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.2 days).
Average snowfall days in October
Folly Beach, SC
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Folly Beach, SC
- Average sea temperature in October: 77.9°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (83.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61.9°F).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Folly Beach, SC
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 24min
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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in October
Folly Beach, SC
- Average sunshine days in October: 22.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Folly Beach, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Folly Beach, SC
- Average cloud cover in October: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in October
Folly Beach, 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).
