October weather forecast
Cathay, ND

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Cathay, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and an average high of 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

As October arrives, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is witnessed, moving from an agreeable 70°F (21.1°C) in September to a fresh 52°F (11.1°C). October brings an average low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) to Cathay.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout October, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cathay, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.3 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) 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 2.9 snowfall days, it receives 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Cathay, during the entire year, snow falls for 77.5 days and aggregates up to 22.68" (576mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 50min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Cathay is 6h.

UV index

In Cathay, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Cathay?

In October, in Cathay, the average high-temperature is 52°F (11.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Cathay?

In Cathay, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in October is 66%.

How much does it rain in Cathay in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout October, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Cathay?

October is the first month it typically snows in Cathay. Throughout October, in the average 2.9 snowfall days, it receives 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Cathay?

In Cathay, the average day length in October is 10h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Cathay?

On the first day of October in Cathay, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cathay have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Cathay, North Dakota, is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Cathay?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Cathay, ND

Average temperature in October - Cathay, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 52°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Cathay, ND

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Cathay, ND

Average wind speed in October - Cathay, ND
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Cathay, ND

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).

Average rainfall in October
Cathay, ND

Average rainfall in October - Cathay, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Cathay, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Cathay, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Cathay, ND

Average snowfall in October - Cathay, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Cathay, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Cathay, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Cathay, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Cathay, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Cathay, ND

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Cathay, ND

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in October
Cathay, ND

Average visibility in October - Cathay, 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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