October weather forecast
Polk, NE

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Polk, Nebraska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and an average high of 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

The changeover to October signals a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a moderately hot 77.4°F (25.2°C) in September to a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C). In Polk, the average nighttime temperature during October is a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Polk, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

Rainfall

In Polk, during October, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 114.7 rainfall days, and 20.83" (529mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.02" (26mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Polk, there are 31 snowfall days, and 13.9" (353mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of October, in Polk, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Polk?

In Polk, 61.7°F (16.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.4°F (6.9°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month in Polk?

The least humid month in Polk, Nebraska, is October, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

What is the average humidity in October in Polk?

In October, the average relative humidity in Polk, Nebraska, is 62%.

How many days does it rain in October in Polk?

In October, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout October, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Polk?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

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

In Polk, the average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Polk?

On the first day of October in Polk, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Polk have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Polk, Nebraska, is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in October in Polk?

In Polk, Nebraska, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Polk, NE

Average temperature in October - Polk, NE
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°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 - Polk, NE
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"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 - Polk, NE
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

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Average humidity in October
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Average humidity in October - Polk, NE
  • Average humidity in October: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

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Average rainfall in October
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Average rainfall in October - Polk, NE
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in October
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Average rainfall days in October - Polk, NE
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
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Average snowfall in October - Polk, NE
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.23").
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 - Polk, NE
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.7 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
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Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Polk, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
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Average sunshine days in October - Polk, NE
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
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Average UV index in October - Polk, 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
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Average cloud cover in October - Polk, NE
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in October
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Average visibility in October - Polk, 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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