October weather forecast
Wahpeton, ND

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Weather in October

October ushers in the Fall season in Wahpeton, North Dakota, complete with cooler days compared to September and more rainfall. It's clear the warm weather is waning as average high temperatures decline to 54.5°F (12.5°C), prepping us for the colder month of November. The changing colors of foliage in the city mark the arrival of autumn. Outdoor activities shift to accommodate mild temperatures and less sunlight. As snow has yet to fall, temperatures are still accommodating for tourists and locals to engage in autumn activities.

Temperature

A clear decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, decreasing from a pleasant 72°F (22.2°C) in September to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). During the nights in October, Wahpeton experiences a consistent average temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Wahpeton, during October, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 108.3 rainfall days, and 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.6 snowfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

In Wahpeton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in Wahpeton, records 54.5°F (12.5°C), while the low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 67%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wahpeton have in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Wahpeton, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.9°F).

Average pressure in October
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Average pressure in October - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
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Average wind speed in October - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Wahpeton, ND

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and September (65%).

Average rainfall in October
Wahpeton, ND

Average rainfall in October - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Wahpeton, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Wahpeton, ND

Average snowfall in October - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.17").
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 - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
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Average sunshine days in October - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Wahpeton, ND

Average UV index in October - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Wahpeton, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

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

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

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