October weather forecast
Des Lacs, ND

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Des Lacs, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 52.7°F (11.5°C) and min 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

The start of October brings a distinct shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C) to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). Des Lacs experiences a mean temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) during October nights.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

In Des Lacs, North Dakota, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 89.5 rainfall days, and 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Des Lacs, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.4 days and aggregates up to 16.22" (412mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Des Lacs, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

In Des Lacs, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Des Lacs, is 52.7°F (11.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 38.5°F (3.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In Des Lacs, during October, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Des Lacs have in October?

In Des Lacs, North Dakota, the average day length in October is 10h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Des Lacs have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Des Lacs, ND

Average temperature in October - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Des Lacs, ND

Average pressure in October - Des Lacs, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Des Lacs, ND

Average wind speed in October - Des Lacs, 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 (8.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Des Lacs, ND

Average humidity in October - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average humidity in October: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

Average rainfall in October
Des Lacs, ND

Average rainfall in October - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Des Lacs, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Des Lacs, ND

Average snowfall in October - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Des Lacs, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Des Lacs, ND

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Des Lacs, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Des Lacs, ND

Average UV index in October - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Des Lacs, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in October
Des Lacs, ND

Average visibility in October - Des Lacs, 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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