October weather forecast
Nome, ND

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Nome, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

The changeover to October signals a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C) in September to a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C). Nome reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 66%.

Rainfall

In Nome, during October, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 102.2 rainfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) 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 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Nome, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.4 days and aggregates up to 18.43" (468mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Nome, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 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 Nome, is 54.3°F (12.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 40.1°F (4.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 66%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout October, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows in Nome. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Nome have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Nome, ND

Average temperature in October - Nome, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

Average pressure in October
Nome, ND

Average pressure in October - Nome, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Nome, ND

Average wind speed in October - Nome, 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 July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Nome, ND

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in October
Nome, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Nome, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Nome, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Nome, ND

Average snowfall in October - Nome, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Nome, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Nome, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Nome, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Nome, ND

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in October
Nome, ND

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

Average cloud cover in October
Nome, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Nome, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in October
Nome, ND

Average visibility in October - Nome, ND
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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