October weather forecast
Casselton, ND

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Weather in October

Casselton's October weather ushers in the classic autumn ambiance. The chill in the air grows more apparent, with temperatures dropping to a brisk high of 54°F (12.2°C). As the night creeps in earlier with each passing day, the vibrant fall hues paint the city in a spectacle of orange and red. October is a month ripe with harvest festivals and Halloween activities, the gathering momentum leading up to the frosty winter months. The arrival of November with its infamous chills and falling leaves makes the countryside around Casselton a sight to behold.

Temperature

As Casselton transitions into October, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C) in September to a cool 54°F (12.2°C). Casselton temperatures generally rest at a low of 40.5°F (4.7°C) during the October nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 66%.

Rainfall

In Casselton, in October, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Casselton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.6 days and collects up to 17.8" (452mm) 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 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Casselton, during the entire year, snow falls for 67 days and aggregates up to 18.03" (458mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Casselton, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

In Casselton, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Casselton, 54°F (12.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 40.5°F (4.7°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Casselton?

In Casselton, the average relative humidity in October is 66%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Casselton, in October, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Casselton have in October?

In Casselton, the average day length in October is 10h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Casselton have in October?

In Casselton, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Casselton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Casselton, ND

Average temperature in October - Casselton, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 54°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Casselton, ND

Average pressure in October - Casselton, ND
  • Average pressure in October: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Casselton, ND

Average wind speed in October - Casselton, ND
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Casselton, ND

Average humidity in October - Casselton, ND
  • Average humidity in October: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in October
Casselton, ND

Average rainfall in October - Casselton, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Casselton, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Casselton, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Casselton, ND

Average snowfall in October - Casselton, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Casselton, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Casselton, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Casselton, ND

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Casselton, ND
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Casselton, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Casselton, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in October
Casselton, ND

Average UV index in October - Casselton, ND
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Casselton, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Casselton, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in October
Casselton, ND

Average visibility in October - Casselton, ND
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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