Bismarck weather in October (North Dakota, United States of America)

How is the weather in Bismarck in October? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In October, Bismarck typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 14°C. But by evening, they drop to around 1°C.

Bismarck in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 40 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 9 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 191 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bismarck climate page with graphs.

 

Bismarck, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 29%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 40 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 63%  
SunshineSunshine 191 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 57%  

Where to go in the United States of America in October

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Bismarck in October?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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