October weather forecast
Essex, ND

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Essex, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

A clear reduction in the average high-temperature is witnessed with the onset of October, reducing from a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C) in September to a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C). Essex experiences a consistent average temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) throughout the nights in October.

Humidity

In Essex, the average relative humidity in October is 67%.

Rainfall

In Essex, during October, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 95.3 rainfall days, and 14.41" (366mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Essex, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.3 days and aggregates up to 18.9" (480mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Essex, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Essex is 5.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Essex, is 51.3°F (10.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity in Essex, North Dakota, is 67%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Essex, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.9 snowfall days, it receives 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Essex have in October?

In Essex, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Essex, ND

Average temperature in October - Essex, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°F).

Average pressure in October
Essex, ND

Average pressure in October - Essex, ND
  • Average pressure in October: 29.95"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
Essex, ND

Average wind speed in October - Essex, ND
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Essex, ND

Average humidity in October - Essex, ND
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).

Average rainfall in October
Essex, ND

Average rainfall in October - Essex, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Essex, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Essex, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Essex, ND

Average snowfall in October - Essex, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.5"

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
Essex, ND

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Essex, 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: 5h and 5min

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
Essex, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Essex, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days

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

Average UV index in October
Essex, ND

Average UV index in October - Essex, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Essex, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Essex, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in October
Essex, ND

Average visibility in October - Essex, 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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