October weather forecast
Prairie Junction, ND

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Prairie Junction, North Dakota, 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

October's onset witnesses a marked shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C) in September to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). The low-temperature in Prairie Junction averages to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Prairie Junction, in October, during 5 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Prairie Junction, 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 in Prairie Junction. October is the first month it typically snows in Prairie Junction, North Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Prairie Junction, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.5 days and aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Prairie Junction, the average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Prairie Junction are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Prairie Junction?

The high-temperature, in October, in Prairie Junction, records 52.7°F (11.5°C), while the low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Prairie Junction?

The average relative humidity in October in Prairie Junction, North Dakota, is 63%.

How much does it rain in Prairie Junction in October?

In Prairie Junction, North Dakota, in October, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Prairie Junction?

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

How many hours of daylight does Prairie Junction have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Prairie Junction?

On the first day of October in Prairie Junction, sunrise is at 7:47 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 Prairie Junction have in October?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Prairie Junction?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Prairie Junction?

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

Average temperature in October - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average pressure in October - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average wind speed in October - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average humidity in October - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average rainfall in October - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average snowfall in October - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Prairie Junction, 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: 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average UV index in October - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average visibility in October - Prairie Junction, 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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