October weather forecast
Columbus, ND

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Columbus, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

As Columbus welcomes October, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C) to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C). Columbus observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) during the month of October.

Humidity

In Columbus, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in October is 65%.

Rainfall

In Columbus, in October, during 7.6 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Columbus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.6 days and collects up to 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation.

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, in Columbus, there are 73.2 snowfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of October in Columbus, 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 Columbus, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during October leads to these advisories:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Columbus in October?

In Columbus, in October, the average high-temperature is 51.1°F (10.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Columbus?

In October, the average relative humidity is 65%.

How much does it rain in Columbus in October?

In Columbus, North Dakota, in October, during 7.6 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Columbus?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 4.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length is 10h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Columbus?

On the first day of October in Columbus, 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.

How many hours of sunshine does Columbus have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Columbus, North Dakota, is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in October in Columbus?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Columbus, North Dakota, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Columbus, ND

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).

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Average pressure in October
Columbus, ND

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).

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Average wind speed in October
Columbus, ND

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).

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Average humidity in October
Columbus, ND

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%).

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Average rainfall in October
Columbus, ND

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").

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Average rainfall days in October
Columbus, ND

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).

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Average snowfall in October
Columbus, ND

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").

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Average snowfall days in October
Columbus, ND

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).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Columbus, ND

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Columbus, ND
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in October
Columbus, ND

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).

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Average UV index in October
Columbus, ND

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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Columbus, ND

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).

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Average visibility in October
Columbus, ND

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).

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