October weather forecastHigh Prairie, Canada

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is a frosty autumn month in High Prairie, Canada, with temperature in the range of an average high of 6.8°C (44.2°F) and an average low of -0.3°C (31.5°F).

Temperature

As High Prairie welcomes October, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's enjoyable 16.2°C (61.2°F) to a chilly 6.8°C (44.2°F). Throughout October, High Prairie encounters an average temperature drop to a subzero cold -0.3°C (31.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In High Prairie, during October, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation. In High Prairie, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.6 days and collects up to 284mm (11.18") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In High Prairie, during October, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 84mm (3.31") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 88.3 snowfall days, and 691mm (27.2") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 25min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:50 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In High Prairie, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

January through March and October, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during October translates into the following directions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 6.8°C (44.2°F) and a low-temperature of -0.3°C (31.5°F).

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

In High Prairie, during October, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation.

In High Prairie, in October, during 7 snowfall days, 84mm (3.31") of snow is typically accumulated.

The average day length in October is 10h and 25min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:50 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MDT.

In High Prairie, Canada, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and October, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
High Prairie, Canada

  • Average high temperature in October: 6.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-9.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: -0.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-15.7°C).

Average pressure in October
High Prairie, Canada

  • Average pressure in October: 1013.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1019.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in October
High Prairie, Canada

  • Average wind speed in October: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in October
High Prairie, Canada

  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (56%).

Average rainfall in October
High Prairie, Canada

  • Average rainfall in October: 19mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (56mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (10mm).

Average rainfall days in October
High Prairie, Canada

  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
High Prairie, Canada

  • Average snowfall in October: 84mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (115mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
High Prairie, Canada

  • Average snowfall days in October: 7 days

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

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
High Prairie, Canada

  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
High Prairie, Canada

  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.1 days).

Average UV index in October
High Prairie, Canada

  • Average UV index in October: 1

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

Average cloud cover in October
High Prairie, Canada

  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
High Prairie, Canada

  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5km).