Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
October signals a significant shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's pleasant 70.5°F (21.4°C) to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). An average low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) is observed during October nights.Humidity
In Afton, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.Rainfall
In Afton, in October, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Afton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.4 days and collects up to 24.29" (617mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 67.4 snowfall days, and 22.4" (569mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 57min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Afton, the average sunshine in October is 5.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during October leads to these advisories:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Average temperature in October
Afton, MN
- Average high temperature in October: 54.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 39.7°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 (6.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Afton, MN
- Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Afton, MN
- Average wind speed in October: 8.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Afton, MN
- Average humidity in October: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in October
Afton, MN
- Average rainfall in October: 2.01"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").
Average rainfall days in October
Afton, MN
- Average rainfall days in October: 12 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Afton, MN
- Average snowfall in October: 0.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Afton, MN
- Average snowfall days in October: 2.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Afton, MN
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in October
Afton, MN
- Average sunshine days in October: 15.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Afton, MN
- 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Afton, MN
- Average cloud cover in October: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in October
Afton, MN
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
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