October weather forecastSheldon, ND
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Sheldon, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).Temperature
October's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, dropping from a pleasant 72°F (22.2°C) in September to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). The average temperature during October nights is registered at a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 66%.Rainfall
In Sheldon, in October, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sheldon, 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. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Sheldon, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.4 days and aggregates up to 18.43" (468mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day 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, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Sheldon, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sheldon, 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: 5h and 48min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
