October weather forecast
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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Friend, Nebraska, with an average temperature ranging between max 62.6°F (17°C) and min 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

A noticeable downshift in temperatures is seen as September gives way to October, with average highs moving from a moderately hot 77.2°F (25.1°C) to a comfortable 62.6°F (17°C). During the month of October, Friend anticipates a mean low-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Friend, Nebraska, in October, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Friend, Nebraska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.4 days and collects up to 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.2 snowfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

Friend in October has an average high-temperature of 62.6°F (17°C) and an average low-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In Friend, the average relative humidity in October is 64%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Friend, in October, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Friend have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
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Average temperature in October - Friend, NE
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in October
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Average pressure in October - Friend, 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 - Friend, 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 (7.7mph).

Average humidity in October
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Average humidity in October - Friend, 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
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Average rainfall in October - Friend, NE
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
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Average rainfall days in October - Friend, NE
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
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Average snowfall in October - Friend, NE
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
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 - Friend, NE
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 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 - Friend, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
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Average sunshine days in October - Friend, NE
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in October
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Average UV index in October - Friend, 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 - Friend, NE
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
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Average visibility in October - Friend, 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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