October weather forecast
Balaton, MN

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Balaton, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October sees a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C) to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C). Throughout October, Balaton registers a consistent average low-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

Rainfall

In Balaton, in October, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 110.5 rainfall days, and 18.23" (463mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50 snowfall days, and 20.79" (528mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

UV index

In Balaton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Balaton in October?

In Balaton, 56.3°F (13.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 41.5°F (5.3°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month in Balaton is October, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Balaton, the average relative humidity in October is 67%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Balaton, Minnesota, in October, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Balaton have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Balaton is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Balaton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Balaton, MN

Average temperature in October - Balaton, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Balaton, MN

Average pressure in October - Balaton, MN
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Balaton, MN

Average wind speed in October - Balaton, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Balaton, MN

Average humidity in October - Balaton, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in October
Balaton, MN

Average rainfall in October - Balaton, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Balaton, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Balaton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Balaton, MN

Average snowfall in October - Balaton, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Balaton, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Balaton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Balaton, MN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Balaton, MN
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Balaton, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Balaton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Balaton, MN

Average UV index in October - Balaton, MN
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Balaton, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Balaton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Balaton, MN

Average visibility in October - Balaton, MN
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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