October weather forecast
Plaza, ND

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Plaza, North Dakota, is a cool autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average high of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

In Plaza, the average high-temperature in October significantly decreases from an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C) in September to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). Plaza throughout October, records an average low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

In Plaza, the average relative humidity in October is 63%.

Rainfall

In Plaza, in October, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 69.9 rainfall days, and 6.77" (172mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Plaza. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.5 snowfall days, and 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Plaza is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Plaza, the average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate 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 UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

During October, Plaza experiences an average high-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and a low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Plaza, the average relative humidity in October is 63%.

How much does it rain in Plaza in October?

In Plaza, in October, during 5 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Plaza have in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Plaza have in October?

In Plaza, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Plaza, ND

Average temperature in October - Plaza, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.7°F).

Average pressure in October
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Average pressure in October - Plaza, 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
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Average wind speed in October - Plaza, 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 August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in October
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Average humidity in October - Plaza, ND
  • Average humidity in October: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in October
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Average rainfall in October - Plaza, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.2").

Average rainfall days in October
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Average rainfall days in October - Plaza, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
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Average snowfall in October - Plaza, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
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Average snowfall days in October - Plaza, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Plaza, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Plaza, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Plaza, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.7 days).

Average UV index in October
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Average UV index in October - Plaza, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

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

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

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