October weather forecastCary, NC
October
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
The average high-temperature decreases in October, shifting from a warm 81.9°F (27.7°C) in September to a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C). During October, the average low-temperature is a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically collects 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Cary, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In Cary, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cary, NC
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 18min
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 6min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
