October weather forecastNorth Charleston, SC
October
Weather in October
North Charleston's weather in October captures the essence of the fall season with comfortable temperatures and vibrant fall foliage. The city cools down further from September, recording an average high temperature of 76.1°F (24.5°C) and an average low of 62.1°F (16.7°C). It’s a transition month, leading towards even cooler temperatures in November. With a decrease in humidity and a moderate UV index, October paints the perfect backdrop for harvesting events and Halloween celebrations. Don't forget to enjoy the city's iconic fall hues during this period.Temperature
The shift from September to October includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from a warm 84.4°F (29.1°C) to a still moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C). In October, North Charleston encounters an average low-temperature of 62.1°F (16.7°C) during the night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 74%.Rainfall
In North Charleston, in October, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In North Charleston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.4 days and collects up to 23.43" (595mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In North Charleston, snow does not fall in March through November.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 21min.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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during October translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
North Charleston, SC
- Average high temperature in October: 76.1°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 (56.8°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 62.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.8°F).
Average pressure in October
North Charleston, 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 (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
North Charleston, SC
- Average wind speed in October: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in October
North Charleston, SC
- Average humidity in October: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).
Average rainfall in October
North Charleston, SC
- Average rainfall in October: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in October
North Charleston, SC
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).
Average snowfall days in October
North Charleston, SC
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
North Charleston, 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: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
North Charleston, SC
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.1 days).
Average UV index in October
North Charleston, 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
North Charleston, SC
- Average cloud cover in October: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in October
North Charleston, 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).
