October weather forecast
Cary, NC

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Weather in October

October in Cary is dominated by clear crisp days with mild temperatures. Compared to September, rainfall reduces to 2.17" (55mm), making it one of the driest months. Although humidity lingers, cooler temperatures make the weather feel quite agreeable. October encourages plenty of outdoor exploration, enjoying the autumn colors, and participating in local festivals. The combination of more sunshine hours and less rainfall, presents an enchanting blend of autumn.

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during October reduces from September's warm 81.9°F (27.7°C) to a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C). Throughout October, the average low-temperature in Cary, North Carolina, records at a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

October is the month with the least rainfall in Cary. Rain falls for 10 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Cary, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Cary, North Carolina, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cary in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Cary, is 70.7°F (21.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 53.2°F (11.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Cary?

The average relative humidity in October in Cary, North Carolina, is 75%.

What is the driest month in Cary?

October is the month with the least rainfall in Cary, North Carolina. Rain falls for 10 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Cary in October?

In Cary, North Carolina, during October, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cary?

April through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Cary in October?

In Cary, North Carolina, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Cary have in October?

In October, the average day length in Cary, North Carolina, is 11h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Cary?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Cary?

In Cary, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Cary?

In Cary, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Cary, NC

Average temperature in October - Cary, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 53.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Cary, NC

Average pressure in October - Cary, NC
  • 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Cary, NC

Average wind speed in October - Cary, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Cary, NC

Average humidity in October - Cary, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Cary, NC

Average rainfall in October - Cary, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in October
Cary, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Cary, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Cary, NC

Average snowfall in October - Cary, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Cary, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Cary, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cary, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cary, 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 1min

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
Cary, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Cary, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Cary, NC

Average UV index in October - Cary, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Cary, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Cary, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in October
Cary, NC

Average visibility in October - Cary, NC
  • 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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