October weather forecast
Lignite, ND

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Lignite, North Dakota, is a cool autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and an average low of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

October indicates a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, moving down from an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C) in September to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C). The nighttime temperature in Lignite dips to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C) on average during October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 65%.

Rainfall

In Lignite, North Dakota, in October, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 85.6 rainfall days, and 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Lignite. Throughout October, in the average 4.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 73.2 snowfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lignite, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of October in Lignite, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:36 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lignite, North Dakota, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Lignite in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Lignite, records 51.1°F (10.6°C), while the low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Lignite?

The average relative humidity in October in Lignite, North Dakota, is 65%.

How many days does it rain in October in Lignite?

In Lignite, in October, during 7.6 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Lignite?

October is the first month it typically snows in Lignite, North Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 4.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length in Lignite is 10h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Lignite?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lignite, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:36 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Lignite?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Lignite?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Lignite, North Dakota, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Lignite, ND

Average temperature in October - Lignite, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 51.1°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (17.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Lignite, ND

Average pressure in October - Lignite, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lignite, ND

Average wind speed in October - Lignite, ND
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Lignite, ND

Average humidity in October - Lignite, ND
  • Average humidity in October: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

Average rainfall in October
Lignite, ND

Average rainfall in October - Lignite, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Lignite, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Lignite, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lignite, ND

Average snowfall in October - Lignite, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lignite, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Lignite, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lignite, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Lignite, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Lignite, ND

Average UV index in October - Lignite, ND
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Lignite, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Lignite, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in October
Lignite, ND

Average visibility in October - Lignite, 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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