October weather forecastSterling, NE
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Sterling, Nebraska, with an average temperature ranging between min 46°F (7.8°C) and max 63.1°F (17.3°C).Temperature
Sterling's October weather is characterized by a distinct downswing in high-temperatures, falling from September's warm 77.9°F (25.5°C) to a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C). Sterling reports an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) during the nights of October.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 66%, October is the least humid month.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout October, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105 rainfall days, and 15.94" (405mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Sterling are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Sterling, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.4 days and aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.Daylight
In Sterling, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.On the first day of October in Sterling, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Sterling is 6.4h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Sterling is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Sterling, NE
- Average high temperature in October: 63.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 46°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).
Average pressure in October
Sterling, NE
- Average pressure in October: 30.01"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).
Average wind speed in October
Sterling, NE
- Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Sterling, NE
- Average humidity in October: 66%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).
Average rainfall in October
Sterling, NE
- Average rainfall in October: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.35").
Average rainfall days in October
Sterling, NE
- Average rainfall days in October: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Sterling, NE
- Average snowfall in October: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Sterling, NE
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sterling, NE
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
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 24min
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).
Average sunshine days in October
Sterling, NE
- Average sunshine days in October: 21.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Sterling, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Sterling, NE
- Average cloud cover in October: 30
The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in October
Sterling, 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).
