October is a hot and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in South Carolina. October is a good month for swimming in South Carolina with warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting South Carolina in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for October.
The average maximum temperature in South Carolina in October is 25°. The average maximum temperature is 29° in the previous month and 20° in the next month.
The average temperature in South Carolina in October is 20°. The average temperature ranges is 25° in the previous month and 14° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in South Carolina in October is 15°. The minimum temperature is 21° in the previous month and 9° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in South Carolina in October are 11.4 and there are 7.7 hours of sunshine per day on average during October making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in South Carolina in October is typically 6.2 during October. An ultraviolet index reading of 6 to 7 indicates a high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 20 minutes. Protection against skin and eye damage is needed. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in South Carolina in October is 24.6° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.
The average total rainfall in South Carolina in October is 29.9cm and on average there are 6.9 rainy days in October making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in South Carolina in October is 18° which is OK for most but slightly uncomfortable for some. The dew point is 22° in the previous month and 12° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in South Carolina in October is typically 93.7%. The maximum relative humidity is 93.9% in the previous month and 93.6% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in South Carolina in October is typically 75.2%. The average relative humidity is 78.6% in the previous month and 75% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in South Carolina in October is typically 22kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 22kmh in the previous month and 23kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in South Carolina in October is typically 9kmh. The average wind speed is 9kmh in the previous month and 10kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in South Carolina in October is from the North-Northwest.
