October weather forecast
Cortland, NE

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Cortland, Nebraska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.1°F (17.3°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

October's arrival brings a noticeable temperature shift, dropping from a moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C) in September to a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C). An average low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C) marks the month of October.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 64%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Cortland, in October, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 115.2 rainfall days, and 22.56" (573mm) 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 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Cortland, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.2 days and aggregates up to 10.71" (272mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In Cortland, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during October morphs into the following directions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Cortland, records 63.1°F (17.3°C), while the low-temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month in Cortland, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 64%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Cortland, in October, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cortland have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Cortland?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Cortland, NE

Average temperature in October - Cortland, NE
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Cortland, NE

Average pressure in October - Cortland, 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
Cortland, NE

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Cortland, NE

Average humidity in October - Cortland, NE
  • Average humidity in October: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in October
Cortland, NE

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
Cortland, NE

Average rainfall days in October - Cortland, NE
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Cortland, NE

Average snowfall in October - Cortland, NE
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

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
Cortland, NE

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cortland, NE

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Cortland, NE

Average sunshine days in October - Cortland, NE
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Cortland, NE

Average UV index in October - Cortland, 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
Cortland, NE

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
Cortland, NE

Average visibility in October - Cortland, 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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