October weather forecast
Wake Forest, NC

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Weather in October

As fall progresses in Wake Forest, North Carolina, October greets residents with cooler temperatures. The dip in temperature provides a refreshing change from the warmth experienced in September. This month is characterized by an average high temperature of 70.7°F (21.5°C), which continues to decrease in November. With the lowering temperatures, the autumnal hues enhance the serene beauty of Wake Forest. The transition from October's moderate fall temperature to November's cool weather is gradual and smooth.

Temperature

Wake Forest observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's warm 81.5°F (27.5°C) to a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C). In Wake Forest, October nights cool down to an average of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically collects 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Wake Forest, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In Wake Forest, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature during October is 70.7°F (21.5°C) and the low-temperature is 52.7°F (11.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

What is the driest month?

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Wake Forest, in October, during 10 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Wake Forest, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in October?

In Wake Forest, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Wake Forest?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wake Forest have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Wake Forest, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Wake Forest, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Wake Forest, NC

Average pressure in October - Wake Forest, 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
Wake Forest, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Wake Forest, NC

Average humidity in October - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Wake Forest, NC

Average rainfall in October - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in October
Wake Forest, NC

Average rainfall days in October - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Wake Forest, NC

Average snowfall in October - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Wake Forest, NC

Average snowfall days in October - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Wake Forest, NC

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Wake Forest, NC

Average sunshine days in October - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Wake Forest, NC

Average UV index in October - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Wake Forest, NC

Average cloud cover in October - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Wake Forest, NC

Average visibility in October - Wake Forest, 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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