October weather forecast
Dawson, ND

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Dawson, North Dakota, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54°F (12.2°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a pleasant 72°F (22.2°C) to a fresh 54°F (12.2°C). Throughout October, an average low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) is expected in Dawson.

Humidity

In Dawson, the average relative humidity in October is 63%.

Rainfall

In Dawson, in October, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dawson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 15" (381mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dawson, North Dakota, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.65" (42mm) of snow. In Dawson, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.7 days and aggregates up to 23.11" (587mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Dawson is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Dawson is 6.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Dawson, North Dakota, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dawson in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Dawson, is 54°F (12.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 38.5°F (3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Dawson?

In October, the average relative humidity in Dawson is 63%.

How many days does it rain in October in Dawson?

In Dawson, in October, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Dawson?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

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

In Dawson, the average day length in October is 10h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Dawson?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dawson, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dawson have in October?

In Dawson, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Dawson?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Dawson, North Dakota, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Dawson, ND

Average temperature in October - Dawson, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 54°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Dawson, ND

Average pressure in October - Dawson, ND
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Dawson, ND

Average wind speed in October - Dawson, ND
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Dawson, ND

Average humidity in October - Dawson, ND
  • Average humidity in October: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

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Average rainfall in October
Dawson, ND

Average rainfall in October - Dawson, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in October
Dawson, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Dawson, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Dawson, ND

Average snowfall in October - Dawson, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Dawson, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Dawson, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 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
Dawson, ND

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Dawson, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Dawson, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Dawson, ND

Average UV index in October - Dawson, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Dawson, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Dawson, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in October
Dawson, ND

Average visibility in October - Dawson, 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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