October weather forecast
John Day, OR

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The iconic Painted Hills in the famous John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, Oregon
The iconic Painted Hills in the famous John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, Oregon

Weather in October

October brings more noticeable indicators of fall, with temperatures dipping further. The clear sign of transition is the greater amount of rainfall, measuring up to 1.3" (33mm). This also marks the beginning of the rainy season in John Day, Oregon. Nature puts on a beautiful display of colors as leaves change from green to shades of yellow, orange, and red. Despite the rainy season starting, wind speeds remain consistent as in the previous month.

Temperature

The shift from September to October in John Day sees a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C) to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C). John Day's nights in October cool down to an average low-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in John Day is 63%.

Rainfall

In John Day, in October, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in John Day, there are 127.7 rainfall days, and 17.09" (434mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In John Day, in October, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In John Day, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.5 days and aggregates up to 39.17" (995mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of October, in John Day, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:45 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in John Day is 7.1h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in John Day. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in John Day?

The high-temperature, in October, in John Day, records 56.3°F (13.5°C), while the low-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October in John Day?

In John Day, Oregon, the average relative humidity in October is 63%.

How many days does it rain in October in John Day?

In October, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout October, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in John Day in October?

In John Day, Oregon, during October, snow falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does John Day have in October?

In October, the average day length in John Day is 10h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in John Day?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in John Day, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:45 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does John Day have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in John Day is 7.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in John Day?

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

How high is the UV index in October in John Day?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
John Day, OR

Average temperature in October - John Day, OR
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
John Day, OR

Average pressure in October - John Day, OR
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
John Day, OR

Average wind speed in October - John Day, OR
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

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Average humidity in October
John Day, OR

Average humidity in October - John Day, OR
  • Average humidity in October: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

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Average rainfall in October
John Day, OR

Average rainfall in October - John Day, OR
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in October
John Day, OR

Average rainfall days in October - John Day, OR
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
John Day, OR

Average snowfall in October - John Day, OR
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
John Day, OR

Average snowfall days in October - John Day, OR
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
John Day, OR

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - John Day, OR
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
John Day, OR

Average sunshine days in October - John Day, OR
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

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Average UV index in October
John Day, OR

Average UV index in October - John Day, OR
  • 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
John Day, OR

Average cloud cover in October - John Day, OR
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in October
John Day, OR

Average visibility in October - John Day, OR
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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