October weather forecast
Murphy, NC

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Weather in October

October in Murphy is a quintessential fall month with comfortably cool temperatures and striking fall foliage. The temperature plunge that started in September continues, making the weather ideal for outdoor activities. The average maximum temperature further dips to 67.5°F (19.7°C), providing a significant relief from September's warmth. Though less sunny than September, October still boasts a considerable amount of sunshine per day. October blesses Murphy with the most beautiful scenic views, thanks to the changing colors of the leaves.

Temperature

October ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from September's warm 78.4°F (25.8°C) to a refreshing 67.5°F (19.7°C). An average nighttime temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) is observed in Murphy during October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In October, in Murphy, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout October, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 181 rainfall days, and 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Murphy. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.8 snowfall days, and 6.06" (154mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Murphy, North Carolina, is 6.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in October interprets into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Murphy in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Murphy, is 67.5°F (19.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Murphy?

The average relative humidity in October in Murphy, North Carolina, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in October in Murphy?

In October, in Murphy, North Carolina, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout October, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Murphy?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Murphy have in October?

In Murphy, the average day length in October is 11h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Murphy?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Murphy have in October?

In Murphy, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Murphy?

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

Average temperature in October - Murphy, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

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Average pressure in October
Murphy, NC

Average pressure in October - Murphy, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Murphy, NC

Average wind speed in October - Murphy, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Murphy, NC

Average humidity in October - Murphy, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in October
Murphy, NC

Average rainfall in October - Murphy, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

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Average rainfall days in October
Murphy, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Murphy, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Murphy, NC

Average snowfall in October - Murphy, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Murphy, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Murphy, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Murphy, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Murphy, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Murphy, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Murphy, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Murphy, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Murphy, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in October
Murphy, NC

Average visibility in October - Murphy, NC
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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