October weather forecast
Southam, ND

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Southam, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

October's arrival signals a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, falling from September's agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C) to a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C). Southam's nights in October cool down to an average low-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 67%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout October, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 95.3 rainfall days, and 14.41" (366mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Southam. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.9 snowfall days, it receives 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Southam, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.3 days and aggregates up to 18.9" (480mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Southam is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Southam, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In Southam, 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October leads to these instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Southam, is 51.3°F (10.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Southam, the average relative humidity in October is 67%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout October, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.9 snowfall days, it receives 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Southam have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Southam have in October?

In Southam, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Southam, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in October
Southam, ND

Average temperature in October - Southam, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°F).

Average pressure in October
Southam, ND

Average pressure in October - Southam, ND
  • Average pressure in October: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Southam, ND

Average wind speed in October - Southam, ND
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Southam, ND

Average humidity in October - Southam, ND
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).

Average rainfall in October
Southam, ND

Average rainfall in October - Southam, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Southam, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Southam, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Southam, ND

Average snowfall in October - Southam, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Southam, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Southam, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Southam, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Southam, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Southam, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are August and September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in October
Southam, ND

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

Average cloud cover in October
Southam, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Southam, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in October
Southam, ND

Average visibility in October - Southam, 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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