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Nebraska Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Nebraska, the United States of America in October.

Thinking about venturing to Nebraska, the United States of America this October and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Nebraska in October

Nebraska, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. October in Nebraska generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Kimball at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in McCook at 20°C (68°F). At night it cools down to 3°C (37°F) in McCook and 1°C (34°F) in Kimball.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Nebraska, the United States of America, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Sidney with an average of 29 mm (1.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Nebraska City with 83 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this October. For example, Omaha gets approximately 216 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nebraska - and find the best time to visit. (based on Omaha)

Best Places to Visit in Nebraska in October

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Nebraska

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Nebraska, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Nebraska (October)

Precipitation variation in Nebraska (October)

Omaha

In October Omaha generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
18°C (64°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
6°C (43°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
247 hours
216 hours
147 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Lincoln

In October Lincoln generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
19°C (66°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
5°C (41°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
236 hours
216 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Kearney

In October Kearney generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
18°C (64°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
4°C (39°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
77 mm (3 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
3 days
Weather conditions

North Platte

In October North Platte generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
18°C (64°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
2°C (36°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
7.6 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Grand Island

In October Grand Island generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
18°C (64°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
4°C (39°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
3 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Nebraska in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Omaha 18°C (64°F) 6°C (43°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Lincoln 19°C (66°F) 5°C (41°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Kearney 18°C (64°F) 4°C (39°F) 77 mm (3 in)
North Platte 18°C (64°F) 2°C (36°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Grand Island 18°C (64°F) 4°C (39°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Sidney 18°C (64°F) 1°C (34°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)

Nebraska weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nebraska, the United States of America in October?

In October, Nebraska, the United States of America generally has very good weather conditions. Omaha sees daytime temperatures near 18°C (64°F), with nights cooling to roughly 6°C (43°F).

What is the average temperature in Nebraska, the United States of America in October?

In Omaha, the average daytime high in October is 18°C (64°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 6°C (43°F).

Does Nebraska, the United States of America get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Nebraska, the United States of America during October, with Omaha averaging close to 73 mm (2.9 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Nebraska, the United States of America?

Given the typically very good weather conditions in Omaha, October might be a good time to visit Nebraska, the United States of America. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in September offering mostly excellent weather in Omaha. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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