October weather forecast
Pawleys Island, SC

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Weather in October

As autumn establishes its roots in October, an evident drop in temperature is noticed, with highs reaching 73.6°F (23.1°C) and lows approaching 62.1°F (16.7°C). Keeping up with autumn characteristics, October receives reduced rainfall, averaging 3.07" (78mm) over 10.1 days only. The island enjoys lesser daylight hours but still basks in approximately 6.4 hours of sunshine per day. However, a wind speed of 9.6mph (15.4km/h) coupled with an average cloud coverage of just 28% makes October an appealing month for nature lovers.

Temperature

Pawleys Island, South Carolina, records a mild change in average high-temperature during October, easing from a moderately hot 81.5°F (27.5°C) in September to a still warm 73.6°F (23.1°C). In October, the temperature drops to an average of 62.1°F (16.7°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Pawleys Island is 75%.

Rainfall

In Pawleys Island, South Carolina, during October, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175.1 rainfall days, and 42.4" (1077mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Pawleys Island in October?

The high-temperature in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, during October is 73.6°F (23.1°C) and the low-temperature is 62.1°F (16.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Pawleys Island?

In October, the average relative humidity in Pawleys Island is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October in Pawleys Island?

In Pawleys Island, South Carolina, during October, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Pawleys Island?

March through December are months without snowfall in Pawleys Island, South Carolina.

What is the average length of the day in October in Pawleys Island?

The average day length in October is 11h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Pawleys Island?

On the first day of October in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pawleys Island have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Pawleys Island is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Pawleys Island?

In Pawleys Island, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average temperature in October - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average high temperature in October: 73.6°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 (54.7°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 (42.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Pawleys Island, SC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average wind speed in October - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average humidity in October - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average rainfall in October - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average rainfall days in October - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average snowfall in October - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
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
Pawleys Island, SC

Average snowfall days in October - Pawleys Island, 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 and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Pawleys Island, 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 2min

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 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average sunshine days in October - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average UV index in October - Pawleys Island, 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 February (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average cloud cover in October - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in October
Pawleys Island, SC

Average visibility in October - Pawleys Island, 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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Pawleys Island, South Carolina, USA

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