The climate in Chapel Hill during October can be summarized as mild and a little damp.
October is in the fall / autumn in Chapel Hill and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 22°C (72°F), whilst at night 7°C (45°F) is normal.
| Daytime temperature | 22.1°C 71.7°F |
|---|---|
| Nightly temperature | 7.4°C 45.2°F |
| Average temperature | 14.7°C 58.5°F |
| Daily sunshine | 7.6 hrs |
| Avg rainfall | 87 mm 3.4 ins |
| Rainy days | 7 days |
| Sea temperature | 22.7°C 72.8°F |
| Humidity | 72% |
| Windspeed | 11.9kph 7 mph |
On average October is the 3rd driest month of the year in Chapel Hill with around 87mm 3.4 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.6 hours of sunshine per day.
The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Chapel Hill in October 2025.
Best places to visit in October
| Hottest month: | July | 31.1°C 88°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | April | 81mm 3.2ins |
| Sunniest month: | April | 8.9hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | 9°C 48.2°F |
| Wettest month: | May | 113mm 4.4ins |