October weather forecast
Petersburg, ND

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Petersburg, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

Petersburg's transition into October is marked by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from a pleasant 70°F (21.1°C) in September to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). Petersburg cools down to an average low-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 68%.

Rainfall

In Petersburg, in October, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 91.5 rainfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) 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 2 snowfall days, it receives 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Petersburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.9 days and aggregates up to 16.97" (431mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Petersburg, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Petersburg is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Petersburg, the average relative humidity in October is 68%.

How many days does it rain in October in Petersburg?

In October, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout October, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Petersburg have in October?

In Petersburg, the average day length in October is 10h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Petersburg have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Petersburg, ND

Average temperature in October - Petersburg, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Petersburg, ND

Average pressure in October - Petersburg, ND
  • Average pressure in October: 29.95"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
Petersburg, ND

Average wind speed in October - Petersburg, ND
  • Average wind speed in October: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Petersburg, ND

Average humidity in October - Petersburg, ND
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in October
Petersburg, ND

Average rainfall in October - Petersburg, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Petersburg, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Petersburg, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Petersburg, ND

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Petersburg, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Petersburg, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Petersburg, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Petersburg, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Petersburg, ND

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

Average cloud cover in October
Petersburg, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Petersburg, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in October
Petersburg, ND

Average visibility in October - Petersburg, 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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