October weather forecast
Decatur, NE

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Decatur, Nebraska, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 60.6°F (15.9°C) and min 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

October's arrival signals a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, falling from September's warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) to a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C). In the month of October, Decatur experiences an average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout October, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Decatur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.6 days and collects up to 21.89" (556mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In Decatur, Nebraska, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Decatur are 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the least humid months?

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 66%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 66%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Decatur, in October, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) 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 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Decatur have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Decatur is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Decatur, NE

Average temperature in October - Decatur, NE
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Decatur, NE

Average pressure in October - Decatur, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
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Average wind speed in October - Decatur, NE
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Decatur, NE

Average humidity in October - Decatur, NE
  • Average humidity in October: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (66%).

Average rainfall in October
Decatur, NE

Average rainfall in October - Decatur, NE
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
Decatur, NE

Average rainfall days in October - Decatur, NE
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Decatur, NE

Average snowfall in October - Decatur, NE
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Decatur, NE

Average sunshine days in October - Decatur, NE
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in October
Decatur, NE

Average UV index in October - Decatur, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Decatur, NE

Average cloud cover in October - Decatur, NE
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in October
Decatur, NE

Average visibility in October - Decatur, 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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