October weather forecast
North Platte, NE

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A large colorful farm home in green and white, owned by Buffalo Bill located in North Platte, Nebraska
A large colorful farm home in green and white, owned by Buffalo Bill located in North Platte, Nebraska

Weather in October

October sees further temperature reduction, with daily highs not exceeding 61.3°F (16.3°C), exhibiting the autumn season's peak. Everything about October speaks of change, from cool winds to colorful falling leaves. The daylight hours retreat rapidly, moving towards shorter days. Rainfall decreases substantially, turning the environment more arid. All-around, October bestows North Platte with a perfect autumnal ambience.

Temperature

The beginning of October in North Platte signals a clear reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 77.9°F (25.5°C) in September to a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). An average low-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) is recorded during the nights in October.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in North Platte are September and October, with an average relative humidity of 57%.

Rainfall

In October, in North Platte, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout October, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In North Platte, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.4 days and collects up to 17.99" (457mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in North Platte are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in North Platte. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In North Platte, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.6 days and aggregates up to 12.83" (326mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of October, in North Platte, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in North Platte?

October temperatures in North Platte vary between a high-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and a low-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in North Platte?

September and October, with an average relative humidity of 57%, are the least humid months in North Platte, Nebraska.

What is the average humidity in October in North Platte?

In North Platte, the average relative humidity in October is 57%.

How many days does it rain in October in North Platte?

In October, in North Platte, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout October, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in North Platte?

October is the first month it typically snows in North Platte, Nebraska. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in North Platte?

The average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in North Platte?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in North Platte, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:39 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does North Platte have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in North Platte is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in North Platte?

In North Platte, Nebraska, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
North Platte, NE

Average temperature in October - North Platte, NE
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
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Average pressure in October - North Platte, NE
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
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Average wind speed in October - North Platte, NE
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

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Average humidity in October
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Average humidity in October - North Platte, NE
  • Average humidity in October: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (72%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (57%).

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Average rainfall in October
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Average rainfall in October - North Platte, NE
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.3"

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

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Average rainfall days in October
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Average rainfall days in October - North Platte, NE
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
North Platte, NE

Average snowfall in October - North Platte, NE
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
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Average snowfall days in October - North Platte, NE
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
North Platte, NE

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - North Platte, NE
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in October
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Average sunshine days in October - North Platte, NE
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
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Average UV index in October - North Platte, NE
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
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Average cloud cover in October - North Platte, NE
  • Average cloud cover in October: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in October
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Average visibility in October - North Platte, NE
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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