October weather forecast
Sheldon, ND

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Sheldon, North Dakota, is another fresh autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average high of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Sheldon's average high-temperature witnesses a clear drop, receding from September's agreeable 72°F (22.2°C) to a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C). October brings Sheldon a consistent average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 66%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout October, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sheldon, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.2 days and collects up to 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Sheldon. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 63.4 snowfall days, and 18.43" (468mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sheldon, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of October, in Sheldon, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Sheldon, North Dakota, is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Sheldon is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in October translates into this advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Sheldon?

During October, Sheldon experiences an average high-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and a low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Sheldon?

In October, the average relative humidity in Sheldon is 66%.

How many days does it rain in October in Sheldon?

In Sheldon, in October, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Sheldon?

October is the first month it typically snows in Sheldon, North Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

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

In Sheldon, North Dakota, the average day length in October is 10h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Sheldon?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Sheldon?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Sheldon?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sheldon, ND

Average temperature in October - Sheldon, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.3°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Sheldon, ND

Average pressure in October - Sheldon, 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
Sheldon, ND

Average wind speed in October - Sheldon, 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 July (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Sheldon, ND

Average humidity in October - Sheldon, ND
  • Average humidity in October: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

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Average rainfall in October
Sheldon, ND

Average rainfall in October - Sheldon, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in October
Sheldon, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Sheldon, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Sheldon, ND

Average snowfall in October - Sheldon, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Sheldon, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Sheldon, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 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
Sheldon, ND

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sheldon, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Sheldon, ND

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

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Average UV index in October
Sheldon, ND

Average UV index in October - Sheldon, ND
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Sheldon, ND

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in October
Sheldon, ND

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

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

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