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 sea temperature 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 shift from September to October coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C) from a moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C). Harkers Island sees a minor drop to an average minimum temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C) during the night in the month of October.Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are February, March and October, with an average relative humidity of 74%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout October, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Harkers Island, there are 181.4 rainfall days, and 34.76" (883mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Harkers Island, snow does not fall in March through December.Ocean temperature
In Harkers Island, in October, the average water temperature is 76.5°F (24.7°C).Note: Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 76.5°F (24.7°C) water may be enjoyable. (FYI: The official water temperature required for the Olympic swimming competition is 77°F (25°C) to 82.4°F (28°C).)
Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 18min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Harkers Island is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take note! The UV strength of the Sun elevates when reflected off water and sand.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average October temperature in Harkers Island?
What are the least humid months in Harkers Island?
What is the average humidity in October in Harkers Island?
How much does it rain in Harkers Island in October?
When it does not snow in Harkers Island?
What is the water temperature in October in Harkers Island?
How many hours of daylight does Harkers Island have in October?
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Harkers Island?
How many hours of sunshine does Harkers Island have in October?
What is the UV index reading in October in Harkers Island?
Average temperature in October
Harkers Island, NC
- Average high temperature in October: 72.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 65.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.6°F).
Average pressure in October
Harkers Island, NC
- Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Harkers Island, NC
- Average wind speed in October: 12.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).
Average humidity in October
Harkers Island, NC
- Average humidity in October: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February, March and October (74%).
Average rainfall in October
Harkers Island, NC
- Average rainfall in October: 2.01"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.84").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").
Average rainfall days in October
Harkers Island, NC
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (11.1 days).
Average snowfall in October
Harkers Island, NC
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Harkers Island, NC
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Harkers Island, NC
- Average sea temperature in October: 76.3°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (83.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61.3°F).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Harkers Island, NC
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Harkers Island, NC
- Average sunshine days in October: 16.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.9 days).
Average UV index in October
Harkers Island, NC
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Harkers Island, NC
- Average cloud cover in October: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in October
Harkers Island, 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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