October weather forecast
Plaza, ND

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Plaza, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of October witnesses a clear shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C) in September to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). An average low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) is common during the nights of October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, in Plaza, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout October, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Plaza, there are 69.9 rainfall days, and 6.77" (172mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Plaza, North Dakota, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Plaza, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.5 days and aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Plaza is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of October in Plaza, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Plaza, the average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Plaza?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Plaza, is 52.7°F (11.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Plaza?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Plaza?

In Plaza, during October, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Plaza?

October is the first month it typically snows in Plaza. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

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

In Plaza, North Dakota, the average day length in October is 10h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Plaza?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Plaza, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Plaza have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Plaza is 6.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Plaza?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in October in Plaza?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Plaza, ND

Average temperature in October - Plaza, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Plaza, ND

Average pressure in October - Plaza, 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
Plaza, ND

Average wind speed in October - Plaza, ND
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Plaza, ND

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

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Average rainfall in October
Plaza, ND

Average rainfall in October - Plaza, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in October
Plaza, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Plaza, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Plaza, ND

Average snowfall in October - Plaza, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Plaza, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Plaza, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.9 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
Plaza, ND

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Plaza, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Plaza, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Plaza, ND

Average UV index in October - Plaza, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Plaza, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Plaza, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in October
Plaza, ND

Average visibility in October - Plaza, ND
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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