October weather forecast
Watford City, ND

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Weather in October

October further embraces the fall season, recording a noticeable drop in temperatures in Watford City. The city experiences its first snowfall since May, measuring at 0.91 in. The placid daylight shortens further, ushering in longer, cooler nights. October's windy weather and descending temperatures prepare the city for the upcoming winter season. Despite this, the fall foliage provides a colorful backdrop against the clear October skies, making it a visually delightful month.

Temperature

A shift in Watford City's weather is noticeable as September turns into October, with the average high temperature decreasing from a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C) to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). October nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

In Watford City, in October, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 91.6 rainfall days, and 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Watford City, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.2 days and aggregates up to 16.54" (420mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 50min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
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 sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In Watford City, 53.2°F (11.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 38.5°F (3.6°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity in Watford City is 61%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Watford City, in October, during 7.7 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically 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 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Watford City?

The average day length in October is 10h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Watford City, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Watford City, ND

Average temperature in October - Watford City, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Watford City, ND

Average pressure in October - Watford City, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Watford City, ND

Average wind speed in October - Watford City, ND
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Watford City, ND

Average humidity in October - Watford City, ND
  • Average humidity in October: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

Average rainfall in October
Watford City, ND

Average rainfall in October - Watford City, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.85").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Watford City, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Watford City, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Watford City, ND

Average snowfall in October - Watford City, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Watford City, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Watford City, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Watford City, ND

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Watford City, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Watford City, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Watford City, ND

Average UV index in October - Watford City, ND
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
Watford City, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Watford City, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in October
Watford City, ND

Average visibility in October - Watford City, ND
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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