October weather forecastRalston, ND
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in Ralston, North Dakota, is a cool autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.5°F (3.6°C) and max 52.7°F (11.5°C).Temperature
As October arrives, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is witnessed, moving from an agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C) in September to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). Throughout October, Ralston experiences a low-temperature average of 38.5°F (3.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 64%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout October, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ralston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.5 days and collects up to 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Ralston. Throughout October, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 16.22" (412mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Ralston, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Ralston, ND
- Average high temperature in October: 52.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 38.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Ralston, ND
- Average pressure in October: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Ralston, ND
- Average wind speed in October: 10.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).
Average humidity in October
Ralston, ND
- Average humidity in October: 64%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).
Average rainfall in October
Ralston, ND
- Average rainfall in October: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").
Average rainfall days in October
Ralston, ND
- Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Ralston, ND
- Average snowfall in October: 1.22"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Ralston, ND
- Average snowfall days in October: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ralston, ND
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 48min
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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Ralston, ND
- Average sunshine days in October: 21 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Ralston, ND
- Average UV index in October: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Ralston, ND
- Average cloud cover in October: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in October
Ralston, 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).
