October weather forecastLancaster, SC
October
Weather in October
Entering October, Lancaster's fall weather becomes more pronounced with consistently cooler temperatures. The city witnesses a considerable decrease in rainfall, leading to drier days. Wind speeds tend to pick up, contributing to a refreshing coolness in the environment. Though daylight hours continue to wane, adequate sunshine still pervades the region. The month's temperatures maintain between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 71.8°F (22.1°C).Temperature
The shift from September to October corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C) from a warm 82.9°F (28.3°C). Lancaster's nights in October experience an average temperature drop to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 72%.Rainfall
In Lancaster, in October, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lancaster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.6 days and collects up to 11.97" (304mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 18min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 6.6h.UV index
In Lancaster, South Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in October leads to these recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Lancaster, SC
- Average high temperature in October: 71.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.8°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 54.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Lancaster, SC
- Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Lancaster, SC
- Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Lancaster, SC
- Average humidity in October: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Lancaster, SC
- Average rainfall in October: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").
Average rainfall days in October
Lancaster, SC
- Average rainfall days in October: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Lancaster, 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").
Average snowfall days in October
Lancaster, SC
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.5 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
Lancaster, SC
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 18min
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 36min
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).
Average sunshine days in October
Lancaster, SC
- Average sunshine days in October: 23.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).
Average UV index in October
Lancaster, SC
- Average UV index in October: 4
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).
Average cloud cover in October
Lancaster, SC
- Average cloud cover in October: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in October
Lancaster, 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).
