October weather forecast
Hillsboro, ND

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Weather in October

October marks a distinct arrival of fall in Hillsboro, North Dakota. The transformation of the foliage from green to vibrant hues of oranges, yellows, and reds create breathtaking panoramas. The cooler weather and frequent rain showers enhance the fall experience, creating a serene atmosphere throughout the city. October signals the preparation for the approaching winter as the days continue to shorten and the nights fall earlier.

Temperature

The start of October in Hillsboro, North Dakota, signals a considerable reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C) in September to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). Hillsboro witnesses an average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Hillsboro is 67%.

Rainfall

In Hillsboro, in October, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hillsboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hillsboro are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Hillsboro, during the entire year, snow falls for 68 days and aggregates up to 22.13" (562mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Hillsboro is 10h and 50min.
On the first day of October in Hillsboro, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Hillsboro, North Dakota, the average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Hillsboro is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Hillsboro?

In October, in Hillsboro, the average high-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Hillsboro?

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

How much does it rain in Hillsboro in October?

In Hillsboro, during October, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Hillsboro?

October is the first month it typically snows in Hillsboro, North Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Hillsboro?

In Hillsboro, North Dakota, the average day length in October is 10h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Hillsboro?

On the first day of October in Hillsboro, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hillsboro have in October?

In Hillsboro, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Hillsboro?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Hillsboro, ND

Average pressure in October - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, ND

Average wind speed in October - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, ND

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

Average rainfall in October
Hillsboro, ND

Average rainfall in October - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Hillsboro, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hillsboro, ND

Average snowfall in October - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hillsboro, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hillsboro, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hillsboro, ND

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Hillsboro, ND

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

Average cloud cover in October
Hillsboro, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
Hillsboro, ND

Average visibility in October - Hillsboro, 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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