October weather forecast
Fort Yates, ND

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Weather in October

October is the month of autumn delight in Fort Yates. The city boasts vibrant fall colors with a temperature range from 41.4°F (5.2°C) to 55.9°F (13.3°C). The days are shorter and cloud cover increases, matching the cozy mood of autumn. The windstorms start to pick up again but do not disrupt the quietude. Despite increased rainfall, October is resplendent with autumn glory and mild weather conditions in spectacular Fort Yates.

Temperature

October's arrival in Fort Yates witnesses a distinct temperature drop, receding from September's warm 74.5°F (23.6°C) to a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C). The low-temperature average for Fort Yates during October stands at a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 60%.

Rainfall

In Fort Yates, North Dakota, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Fort Yates. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 19.09" (485mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Fort Yates is 10h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of October, in Fort Yates, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:29 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Fort Yates, North Dakota, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fort Yates in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Fort Yates, is 55.9°F (13.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 41.4°F (5.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Fort Yates?

The average relative humidity in October in Fort Yates is 60%.

How much does it rain in Fort Yates in October?

In Fort Yates, in October, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Fort Yates?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Fort Yates?

In Fort Yates, the average day length in October is 10h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Fort Yates?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fort Yates, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:29 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Yates have in October?

In Fort Yates, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Fort Yates?

In Fort Yates, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Fort Yates, ND

Average temperature in October - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in October
Fort Yates, ND

Average pressure in October - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Fort Yates, ND

Average wind speed in October - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Fort Yates, ND

Average humidity in October - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average humidity in October: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in October
Fort Yates, ND

Average rainfall in October - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Fort Yates, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Fort Yates, ND

Average snowfall in October - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Fort Yates, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Fort Yates, ND

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Fort Yates, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Fort Yates, ND

Average UV index in October - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Fort Yates, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in October
Fort Yates, ND

Average visibility in October - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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