October weather forecast
Polk, NE

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Polk, Nebraska, with an average temperature varying between 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

The beginning of October signals a clear reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 77.4°F (25.2°C) in September to a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C). Throughout the month of October, Polk witnesses an average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 62%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Polk, in October, during 8.9 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Polk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.7 days and collects up to 20.83" (529mm) 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 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.02" (26mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31 snowfall days, and 13.9" (353mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Polk in October?

The high-temperature during October is 61.7°F (16.5°C) and the low-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

What is the average humidity in October in Polk?

In October, the average relative humidity is 62%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Polk, during October, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk 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
Polk, NE

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°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 (18.7°F).

Average pressure in October
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Average pressure in October - Polk, 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
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Average wind speed in October - Polk, NE
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in October
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Average humidity in October - Polk, NE
  • Average humidity in October: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in October
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Average rainfall in October - Polk, NE
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
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Average rainfall days in October - Polk, NE
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
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Average snowfall in October - Polk, NE
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.23").
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 - Polk, NE
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (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 - Polk, 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 18min).

  • 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: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
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Average sunshine days in October - Polk, NE
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
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Average visibility in October - Polk, 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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