October weather forecastColumbus, ND
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in Columbus, North Dakota, is a cool autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C).Temperature
A notable decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, falling from a pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C) in September to a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C). Columbus experiences a mean temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) during October nights.Humidity
In Columbus, the average relative humidity in October is 65%.Rainfall
In Columbus, North Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 85.6 rainfall days, and 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 4.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 73.2 snowfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 47min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:37 am and sunset at 6:31 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Columbus, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October leads to these instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Average temperature in October
Columbus, ND
- Average high temperature in October: 51.1°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (17.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 36.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.6°F).
Average pressure in October
Columbus, ND
- Average pressure in October: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Columbus, ND
- Average wind speed in October: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Columbus, ND
- Average humidity in October: 65%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).
Average rainfall in October
Columbus, ND
- Average rainfall in October: 0.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.39").
Average rainfall days in October
Columbus, ND
- Average rainfall days in October: 7.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Columbus, ND
- Average snowfall in October: 1.46"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Columbus, ND
- Average snowfall days in October: 4.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Columbus, ND
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Columbus, ND
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Columbus, ND
- Average UV index in October: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Columbus, ND
- Average cloud cover in October: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in October
Columbus, ND
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
