October weather forecast
Fargo, ND

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Panorama of the largest city of Fargo, North Dakota
Panorama of the largest city of Fargo, North Dakota

Weather in October

October brings with it a significant drop in temperature from the warmer September, effectively leaving the heat behind. The start of snowfall, albeit in small amounts, is a stark reminder of the rapidly approaching winter season. This month offers a vivid display of fall, with hues ranging across the spectrum, making the scenery a delightful sight to behold. October is the prelude to a colder November with shorter daylight hours and increased cloud cover indicative of the real winter onset.

Temperature

October in Fargo, North Dakota, signals a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from September's pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C) to a cool 54°F (12.2°C). In Fargo, the average nighttime temperature during October is a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, in Fargo, North Dakota, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout October, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fargo, there are 102.5 rainfall days, and 17.17" (436mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Fargo. October is the first month it typically snows in Fargo. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.4 snowfall days, and 19.69" (500mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Fargo, North Dakota, is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of October, in Fargo, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

In Fargo, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During October, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Fargo?

In October, in Fargo, the average high-temperature is 54°F (12.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Fargo?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Fargo?

In October, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout October, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Fargo?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fargo have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Fargo?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fargo, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Fargo?

In Fargo, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Fargo?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Fargo, North Dakota, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Fargo, ND

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

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Fargo, ND

Average pressure in October - Fargo, 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
Fargo, ND

Average wind speed in October - Fargo, ND
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Fargo, ND

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (63%).

Average rainfall in October
Fargo, ND

Average rainfall in October - Fargo, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Fargo, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Fargo, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Fargo, ND

Average snowfall in October - Fargo, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Fargo, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Fargo, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fargo, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Fargo, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Fargo, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Fargo, ND

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

Average cloud cover in October
Fargo, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Fargo, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
Fargo, ND

Average visibility in October - Fargo, 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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