October weather forecast
Portal, ND

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Weather in October

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

Temperature

Portal experiences a clear temperature downturn in October, with average high-temperatures moving from an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C) in September to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C). Portal, during October nights, observes an average temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 65%.

Rainfall

In Portal, in October, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Portal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.6 days and collects up to 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Portal. Throughout October, in the average 4.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Portal, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.2 days and aggregates up to 17.83" (453mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Portal is 10h and 46min.
On the first day of October in Portal, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:37 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During October, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Portal?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Portal, is 51.1°F (10.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Portal?

The average relative humidity in October in Portal is 65%.

How many days does it rain in October in Portal?

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

When does it start to snow in Portal?

October is the first month it typically snows in Portal, 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 Portal?

In Portal, North Dakota, the average day length in October is 10h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Portal?

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 Portal, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:37 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Portal have in October?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Portal?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Portal, North Dakota, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Portal, ND

Average temperature in October - Portal, 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
Portal, ND

Average pressure in October - Portal, 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
Portal, ND

Average wind speed in October - Portal, 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
Portal, ND

Average humidity in October - Portal, 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
Portal, ND

Average rainfall in October - Portal, 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
Portal, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Portal, 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
Portal, ND

Average snowfall in October - Portal, 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
Portal, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Portal, 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
Portal, ND

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Portal, 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
Portal, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Portal, 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
Portal, ND

Average UV index in October - Portal, 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
Portal, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Portal, 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
Portal, ND

Average visibility in October - Portal, 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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