October weather forecast
Golden Valley, ND

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Golden Valley, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.6°F (12°C) and min 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

October's arrival sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's pleasant 71.6°F (22°C) to a cool 53.6°F (12°C). An average minimum temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) is recorded during the month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 63%.

Rainfall

In Golden Valley, in October, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Golden Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.8 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) 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 3.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.7 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 6:32 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Golden Valley, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In Golden Valley, 53.6°F (12°C) is the average high-temperature and 38.5°F (3.6°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 63%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Golden Valley, in October, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Golden Valley?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 6:32 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Golden Valley have in October?

In Golden Valley, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Golden Valley, ND

Average pressure in October - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Golden Valley, ND

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Golden Valley, ND

Average humidity in October - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average humidity in October: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (53%).

Average rainfall in October
Golden Valley, ND

Average rainfall in October - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Golden Valley, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Golden Valley, ND

Average snowfall in October - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.06"

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

Average snowfall days in October
Golden Valley, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Golden Valley, ND

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Golden Valley, 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 3min

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: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Golden Valley, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Golden Valley, ND

Average UV index in October - Golden Valley, 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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Golden Valley, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in October
Golden Valley, ND

Average visibility in October - Golden Valley, 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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