The climate in Bismarck during October can be summarized as mild and reasonably dry.
October is in the fall / autumn in Bismarck and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 21°C (69°F), whilst at night 6°C (43°F) is normal.
| Daytime temperature | 20.7°C 69.2°F |
|---|---|
| Nightly temperature | 6.4°C 43.4°F |
| Average temperature | 13.5°C 56.3°F |
| Daily sunshine | 7.8 hrs |
| Avg rainfall | 70 mm 2.8 ins |
| Rainy days | 8 days |
| Sea temperature | 18°C 64.4°F |
| Humidity | 68% |
| Windspeed | 15.1kph 9 mph |
On average October is the 3rd driest month of the year in Bismarck with around 70mm 2.8 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 8 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.8 hours of sunshine per day.
The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Bismarck in October 2025.
Best places to visit in October
| Hottest month: | July | 31.2°C 88.2°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | January | 54mm 2.1ins |
| Sunniest month: | July | 10.8hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | 4°C 39.2°F |
| Wettest month: | May | 112mm 4.4ins |