October weather forecast
Dorchester, NE

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Dorchester, Nebraska, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 45.5°F (7.5°C) and max 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

As October sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant decrease, moving down from a moderately hot 77.7°F (25.4°C) in September to an enjoyable 63°F (17.2°C). An average low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) is observed in Dorchester during the October nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 64%, October is the least humid month in Dorchester, Nebraska.

Rainfall

In Dorchester, in October, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 114.6 rainfall days, and 19.45" (494mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dorchester, Nebraska. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dorchester, Nebraska, there are 29 snowfall days, and 8.98" (228mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Dorchester is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of October, in Dorchester, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Dorchester is 6.5h.

UV index

In Dorchester, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dorchester in October?

The high-temperature in Dorchester during October is 63°F (17.2°C) and the low-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month in Dorchester?

The least humid month in Dorchester is October, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

What is the average humidity in October in Dorchester?

The average relative humidity in October in Dorchester, Nebraska, is 64%.

How much does it rain in Dorchester in October?

In Dorchester, in October, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Dorchester?

October is the first month it typically snows in Dorchester, Nebraska. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Dorchester?

In October, the average day length in Dorchester, Nebraska, is 11h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Dorchester?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dorchester have in October?

In Dorchester, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Dorchester?

In Dorchester, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Dorchester, NE

Average temperature in October - Dorchester, NE
  • Average high temperature in October: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
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Average pressure in October - Dorchester, NE
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
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Average wind speed in October - Dorchester, NE
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
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Average humidity in October - Dorchester, NE
  • Average humidity in October: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

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Average rainfall in October
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Average rainfall in October - Dorchester, NE
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in October
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Average rainfall days in October - Dorchester, NE
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
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Average snowfall in October - Dorchester, NE
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
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Average snowfall days in October - Dorchester, NE
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Dorchester, NE

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dorchester, NE
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Dorchester, NE

Average sunshine days in October - Dorchester, NE
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Dorchester, NE

Average UV index in October - Dorchester, NE
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Dorchester, NE

Average cloud cover in October - Dorchester, NE
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in October
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Average visibility in October - Dorchester, NE
  • 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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