October weather forecast
Oak Island, NC

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Weather in October

October at Oak Island experiences an appreciable decrease in temperature from September as the city gently strolls into the cooler autumn months. Unlike September and the advancing November, the monotonous cloud cover gives way to a more pleasant sky. October has moderate rainfall, which is neither as high as in September nor as low as in November, maintaining a balanced weather. Wind speeds resume their earlier trend, keeping the air a bit fresher than the subsequent two months. Autumn proceeds to exhibit its golden splendor, sprinkling the island with warm hues, the captivating view of the fall foliage, creating picturesque memories that can last a lifetime.

Temperature

Start of October in Oak Island, North Carolina, brings a slight shift in the average high-temperature, dipping a bit from September's warm 81.9°F (27.7°C) to a still moderately hot 73.8°F (23.2°C). In Oak Island, the average low-temperature during the month of October is a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Oak Island, North Carolina, during October, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 24.69" (627mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Oak Island, snow does not fall in February through December.

Ocean temperature

In October, the average ocean temperature in Oak Island is 75.7°F (24.3°C).
Note: Imagine a swim in 75.7°F (24.3°C) waters. How you'd feel depends on your cold sensitivity, the sun's rays, the caress of the wind, and the warmth enveloping you. Comparatively, Olympic swimmers train in waters between 77°F (25°C) and 82.4°F (28°C).

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of October in Oak Island, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

In Oak Island, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in October leads to these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Heads up! The reflection of sand and water notably intensifies UV rays from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Oak Island in October?

In Oak Island, 73.8°F (23.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 63.1°F (17.3°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Oak Island?

January, March, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Oak Island, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in October in Oak Island?

In Oak Island, the average relative humidity in October is 74%.

How much does it rain in Oak Island in October?

In Oak Island, North Carolina, during October, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Oak Island?

February through December are months without snowfall.

What is the ocean temperature in October in Oak Island?

In Oak Island, the average seawater temperature in October is 75.7°F (24.3°C). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 73.4°F (23°C) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 75.7°F (24.3°C).

How many hours of daylight does Oak Island have in October?

The average day length in October in Oak Island, North Carolina, is 11h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Oak Island?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Oak Island, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Oak Island?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Oak Island?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Oak Island is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Oak Island, NC

Average temperature in October - Oak Island, NC
  • Average high temperature in October: 73.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 63.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Oak Island, NC

Average pressure in October - Oak Island, NC
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Oak Island, NC

Average wind speed in October - Oak Island, NC
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Oak Island, NC

Average humidity in October - Oak Island, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, October and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Oak Island, NC

Average rainfall in October - Oak Island, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in October
Oak Island, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Oak Island, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Oak Island, NC

Average snowfall in October - Oak Island, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Oak Island, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Oak Island, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Oak Island, NC

Average sea temperature in October - Oak Island, NC
  • Average sea temperature in October: 75.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (82.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (56°F).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Oak Island, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Oak 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and 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
Oak Island, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Oak Island, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Oak Island, NC

Average UV index in October - Oak 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Oak Island, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Oak Island, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in October
Oak Island, NC

Average visibility in October - Oak 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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