October weather forecast
Leonard, ND

Share

Weather in October

October, like September, in Leonard, North Dakota, is a cool autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 54°F (12.2°C).

Temperature

October indicates a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, moving down from a pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C) in September to a cool 54°F (12.2°C). Leonard's nighttime temperature during October is consistently averaged at a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Leonard is 66%.

Rainfall

In Leonard, in October, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 102.6 rainfall days, and 17.8" (452mm) 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 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 67 snowfall days, and 18.03" (458mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Leonard, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Leonard, records 54°F (12.2°C), while the low-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 66%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Leonard, in October, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Leonard have in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Leonard, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Leonard, ND

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

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Leonard, ND

Average pressure in October - Leonard, 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
Leonard, ND

Average wind speed in October - Leonard, ND
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Leonard, ND

Average humidity in October - Leonard, ND
  • Average humidity in October: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in October
Leonard, ND

Average rainfall in October - Leonard, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Leonard, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Leonard, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Leonard, ND

Average snowfall in October - Leonard, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Leonard, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Leonard, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Leonard, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Leonard, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Leonard, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

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

Average UV index in October
Leonard, ND

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

Average cloud cover in October
Leonard, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Leonard, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in October
Leonard, ND

Average visibility in October - Leonard, 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).

Leonard, North Dakota, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location