October weather forecast
Petersburg, NE

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Petersburg, Nebraska, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Temperature

Petersburg, Nebraska, in October sees a clear temperature decline, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a moderately hot 76.5°F (24.7°C) in September to a refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C). October generally records an average low-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Petersburg, in October, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Petersburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.8 days and collects up to 18.98" (482mm) 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 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Petersburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.8 days and aggregates up to 14.06" (357mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Petersburg, 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 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:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature during October is 60.6°F (15.9°C) and the low-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°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 appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 63%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Petersburg, in October, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Petersburg have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Petersburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Petersburg, NE

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Petersburg, NE

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Petersburg, NE

Average wind speed in October - Petersburg, NE
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in October
Petersburg, NE

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in October
Petersburg, NE

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Petersburg, NE

Average rainfall days in October - Petersburg, NE
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Petersburg, NE

Average snowfall in October - Petersburg, NE
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Petersburg, NE

Average snowfall days in October - Petersburg, NE
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Petersburg, 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 4min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Petersburg, NE

Average sunshine days in October - Petersburg, NE
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Petersburg, NE

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Petersburg, NE

Average cloud cover in October - Petersburg, NE
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Petersburg, NE

Average visibility in October - Petersburg, 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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