October weather forecast
Shell Valley, ND

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Shell Valley, North Dakota, is a frosty autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 49.8°F (9.9°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

As Shell Valley transitions into October, a marked decrease in the average high-temperature is observed, dropping from a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C) in September to a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C). Throughout October, an average low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In Shell Valley, in October, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shell Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.9 days and collects up to 17.95" (456mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 5.3 snowfall days, it receives 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 86.8 snowfall days, and 23.78" (604mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature in Shell Valley during October is 49.8°F (9.9°C) and the low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Shell Valley?

In Shell Valley, the average relative humidity in October is 69%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Shell Valley, in October, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 5.3 snowfall days, it receives 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Shell Valley, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shell Valley have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Shell Valley, ND

Average temperature in October - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Shell Valley, ND

Average pressure in October - Shell Valley, 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
Shell Valley, ND

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

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

Average humidity in October
Shell Valley, ND

Average humidity in October - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in October
Shell Valley, ND

Average rainfall in October - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
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Average rainfall days in October - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Shell Valley, ND

Average snowfall in October - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Shell Valley, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Shell Valley, ND

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Shell Valley, 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: 5h and 4min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Shell Valley, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Shell Valley, ND

Average UV index in October - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Shell Valley, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
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Average visibility in October - Shell Valley, 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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