October weather forecast
Fairfield, ND

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Fairfield, North Dakota, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October brings a significant change in Fairfield's weather, with average high-temperatures dropping from September's pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C) to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). In the month of October, the average low-temperature in Fairfield usually rests at an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fairfield, during October, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fairfield, there are 90.5 rainfall days, and 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Fairfield. October is the first month it typically snows in Fairfield. Throughout October, in the average 3.4 snowfall days, it receives 2.48" (63mm) of snow. In Fairfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.7 days and aggregates up to 19.72" (501mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Fairfield, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of October, in Fairfield, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Fairfield, the average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Fairfield. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Fairfield in October?

The high-temperature during October is 53.8°F (12.1°C) and the low-temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Fairfield?

In October, the average relative humidity in Fairfield, North Dakota, is 61%.

How much does it rain in Fairfield in October?

In Fairfield, North Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Fairfield?

October is the first month it typically snows in Fairfield. Throughout October, in the average 3.4 snowfall days, it receives 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Fairfield?

In October, the average day length in Fairfield is 10h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Fairfield?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Fairfield?

The average sunshine duration in October in Fairfield is 6.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Fairfield?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Fairfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Fairfield, North Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Fairfield, ND

Average temperature in October - Fairfield, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Fairfield, ND

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Fairfield, ND

Average wind speed in October - Fairfield, ND
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Fairfield, ND

Average humidity in October - Fairfield, ND
  • Average humidity in October: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

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Average rainfall in October
Fairfield, ND

Average rainfall in October - Fairfield, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.22"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in October
Fairfield, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Fairfield, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Fairfield, ND

Average snowfall in October - Fairfield, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Fairfield, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Fairfield, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fairfield, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Fairfield, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Fairfield, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Fairfield, ND

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

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Fairfield, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Fairfield, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in October
Fairfield, ND

Average visibility in October - Fairfield, ND
  • 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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