October weather forecast
Sterling, ND

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Sterling, North Dakota, is a cool autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 54°F (12.2°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

Sterling sees a considerable decrease in average high-temperatures during October, falling from an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C) in September to a fresh 54°F (12.2°C). An average low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) marks the month of October in Sterling.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 63%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout October, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sterling, there are 105.9 rainfall days, and 15" (381mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sterling are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.65" (42mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sterling, there are 73.7 snowfall days, and 23.11" (587mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of October, in Sterling, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Sterling, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Sterling, North Dakota, 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 average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Sterling?

October temperatures in Sterling, North Dakota, vary between a high-temperature of 54°F (12.2°C) and a low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Sterling?

In October, the average relative humidity is 63%.

How much does it rain in Sterling in October?

In Sterling, during October, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Sterling?

October is the first month it typically snows in Sterling. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

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

In Sterling, North Dakota, the average day length in October is 10h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Sterling?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sterling, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sterling have in October?

In Sterling, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Sterling?

In Sterling, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Sterling, ND

Average temperature in October - Sterling, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 54°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Sterling, ND

Average pressure in October - Sterling, 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 (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Sterling, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Sterling, ND

Average humidity in October - Sterling, ND
  • Average humidity in October: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

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Average rainfall in October
Sterling, ND

Average rainfall in October - Sterling, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in October
Sterling, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Sterling, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Sterling, ND

Average snowfall in October - Sterling, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Sterling, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Sterling, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 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
Sterling, ND

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Sterling, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Sterling, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Sterling, ND

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Sterling, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Sterling, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in October
Sterling, ND

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

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

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