October weather forecast
Columbus, NE

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Weather in October

October in Columbus, Nebraska, is characterized by the full bloom of autumn. This month witnesses a sharp drop in temperature, especially during the nights. The town basks in the fall colors, with leaves turning into different hues of yellow and brown, painting a canvas of warm autumn colors. With shorter daylight hours, the evenings gain a nip, suggesting the approaching winter. The transition into November brings the first brushes of winter.

Temperature

A clear reduction in the average high-temperature is witnessed with the onset of October, reducing from a warm 76.8°F (24.9°C) in September to a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C). In Columbus, in October, the average low-temperature is a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

Rainfall

In Columbus, Nebraska, in October, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Columbus, Nebraska, there are 113.1 rainfall days, and 19.76" (502mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Columbus, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.4 days and aggregates up to 12.05" (306mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Columbus, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Columbus in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Columbus, is 61.7°F (16.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°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 estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in Columbus?

October is the least humid month in Columbus, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

What is the average humidity in October in Columbus?

The average relative humidity in October in Columbus is 63%.

How many days does it rain in October in Columbus?

In Columbus, Nebraska, during October, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Columbus?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Columbus have in October?

In Columbus, Nebraska, the average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Columbus?

On the first day of October in Columbus, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Columbus?

In Columbus, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Columbus?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in October
Columbus, NE

Average temperature in October - Columbus, NE
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in October
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Average pressure in October - Columbus, NE
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
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Average wind speed in October - Columbus, NE
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in October
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Average humidity in October - Columbus, NE
  • Average humidity in October: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in October
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Average rainfall in October - Columbus, NE
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
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Average rainfall days in October - Columbus, NE
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
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Average snowfall in October - Columbus, NE
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
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Average snowfall days in October - Columbus, NE
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
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Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Columbus, NE
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
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Average sunshine days in October - Columbus, NE
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
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Average UV index in October - Columbus, NE
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
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Average cloud cover in October - Columbus, NE
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
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Average visibility in October - Columbus, NE
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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