October weather forecastFort Rice, ND
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Fort Rice, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.5°F (3.6°C) and max 54°F (12.2°C).Temperature
Fort Rice's transition into October is marked by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, receding from an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C) in September to a cool 54°F (12.2°C). Fort Rice, during October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Fort Rice is 63%.Rainfall
In Fort Rice, in October, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fort Rice, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 15" (381mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Fort Rice. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.65" (42mm) of snow. In Fort Rice, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.7 days and aggregates up to 23.11" (587mm) of snow.Daylight
In Fort Rice, North Dakota, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.5h.UV index
In Fort Rice, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Fort Rice, 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).
Average pressure in October
Fort Rice, 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).
Average wind speed in October
Fort Rice, 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).
Average humidity in October
Fort Rice, 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%).
Average rainfall in October
Fort Rice, 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").
Average rainfall days in October
Fort Rice, 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).
Average snowfall in October
Fort Rice, 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").
Average snowfall days in October
Fort Rice, 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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Fort Rice, ND
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 54min
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 30min
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).
Average sunshine days in October
Fort Rice, 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).
Average UV index in October
Fort Rice, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Fort Rice, 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).
Average visibility in October
Fort Rice, 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).
