Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
The commencement of October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from September's agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) to a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C). October brings an average low-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) to Balsam.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 80%.Rainfall
In Balsam, North Carolina, during October, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. In Balsam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.2 days and collects up to 41.77" (1061mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Balsam, North Carolina. October is the first month it typically snows in Balsam. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Balsam, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.8 days and aggregates up to 29.84" (758mm) of snow.Daylight
In Balsam, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Balsam is 6.4h.UV index
In Balsam, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. 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 maximum daily UV index, 3 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Balsam in October?
What is the average humidity in October in Balsam?
How many days does it rain in October in Balsam?
When does it start to snow in Balsam?
What is the average length of the day in October in Balsam?
When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Balsam?
How many hours of sunshine does Balsam have in October?
What is the UV index intensity in October in Balsam?
Average temperature in October
Balsam, NC
- Average high temperature in October: 63.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 43.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Balsam, NC
- Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Balsam, NC
- Average wind speed in October: 4.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).
Average humidity in October
Balsam, NC
- Average humidity in October: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).
Average rainfall in October
Balsam, NC
- Average rainfall in October: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.72").
Average rainfall days in October
Balsam, NC
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in October
Balsam, NC
- Average snowfall in October: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Balsam, NC
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Balsam, NC
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Balsam, NC
- Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Balsam, NC
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Balsam, NC
- Average cloud cover in October: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 42).
Average visibility in October
Balsam, NC
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August and September (4mi).
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