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Lincoln, NE

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A water fountain in front of the State Capital building in Lincoln, Nebraska
A water fountain in front of the State Capital building in Lincoln, Nebraska

Weather in October

With October, autumn solidifies its place in Lincoln, Nebraska. The city dresses down for a cooler season, the temperature dropping sharply from the heat of summer, and the rainfall slightly increasing to 0.51" of average rainfall. The decline in temperatures and an abundance of crispy, clear days make this month picturesque and inviting for outdoor recreation. As the leaves transform, the colors of the season make it an ideal time to explore the many parks in Lincoln. The city wraps up in layers and prepares for the forthcoming winter.

Temperature

October's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 76.8°F in September to a refreshing 62.8°F. Lincoln, during October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 45.3°F.

Humidity

The least humid month in Lincoln is October, with an average relative humidity of 65%.

Rainfall

In October, in Lincoln, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout October, 0.51" of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lincoln, there are 84.8 rainfall days, and 7.44" of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lincoln are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Lincoln. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.2 snowfall days, and 3.11" of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of October in Lincoln, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In Lincoln, Nebraska, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What are October temperatures in Lincoln?

In October, in Lincoln, the average high-temperature is 62.8°F, and the average low-temperature is 45.3°F. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 91.4°F.

What is the least humid month in Lincoln?

With an average relative humidity of 65%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October in Lincoln?

In October, the average relative humidity in Lincoln, Nebraska, is 65%.

How much does it rain in Lincoln in October?

In Lincoln, in October, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.51" of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Lincoln?

October is the first month it typically snows in Lincoln, Nebraska. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lincoln have in October?

In Lincoln, Nebraska, the average day length in October is 11h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Lincoln?

On the first day of October in Lincoln, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lincoln have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, Nebraska, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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October
Nov
Average high temperature
76.8°F
62.8°F
49.8°F
Average low temperature
57.6°F
45.3°F
33.8°F
Average pressure
29.98"Hg
30"Hg
30.08"Hg
Average wind speed
8.8mph
9.9mph
10.4mph
Average max. wind speed
9.2mph
10.7mph
11.2mph
Average wind speed gusts
14.3mph
15.8mph
16.8mph
Average humidity
70%
65%
66%
Average rainfall
0.47"
0.51"
0.28"
Average rainfall days
7.9
6.3
3
Average snowfall
0"
0.16"
0.16"
Average snowfall days
0
0.6
1.3
Average daylight
12h 3min
11h 1min
9h 5min
Average sunshine
8h 5min
6h 3min
6h 1min
Average sunshine days
18.8
22.8
25.5
Average UV index
5
3
2
Average cloud cover
27%
30%
31%
Average visibility
6mi
6mi
6mi

Average temperature in October
Lincoln, NE

Average temperature in October - Lincoln, NE
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in October
Lincoln, NE

Average pressure in October - Lincoln, 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Lincoln, NE

Average wind speed in October - Lincoln, NE
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Lincoln, NE

Average humidity in October - Lincoln, NE
  • Average humidity in October: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

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Average rainfall in October
Lincoln, NE

Average rainfall in October - Lincoln, NE
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in October
Lincoln, NE

Average rainfall days in October - Lincoln, NE
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Lincoln, NE

Average snowfall in October - Lincoln, NE
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Lincoln, NE

Average snowfall days in October - Lincoln, NE
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 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
Lincoln, NE

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Lincoln, NE

Average sunshine days in October - Lincoln, NE
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15 days).

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Average UV index in October
Lincoln, NE

Average UV index in October - Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, NE

Average cloud cover in October - Lincoln, NE
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in October
Lincoln, NE

Average visibility in October - Lincoln, 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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