October weather forecast
Buffalo Lake, MN

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Buffalo Lake, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55.6°F (13.1°C) and an average low of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature marks October, falling from September's agreeable 71.6°F (22°C) to a refreshing 55.6°F (13.1°C). In the month of October, the average low-temperature usually rests at a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

Rainfall

In Buffalo Lake, in October, during 9.9 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Buffalo Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.9 days and collects up to 20.91" (531mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Buffalo Lake, Minnesota, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Buffalo Lake, Minnesota, there are 55 snowfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Buffalo Lake, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of October, in Buffalo Lake, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Buffalo Lake is 5.3h.

UV index

In Buffalo Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in October transforms into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Buffalo Lake?

The high-temperature in Buffalo Lake, Minnesota, during October is 55.6°F (13.1°C) and the low-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Buffalo Lake?

In October, the average relative humidity in Buffalo Lake is 71%.

How much does it rain in Buffalo Lake in October?

In Buffalo Lake, Minnesota, in October, during 9.9 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Buffalo Lake?

October is the first month it typically snows in Buffalo Lake. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Buffalo Lake have in October?

In Buffalo Lake, Minnesota, the average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Buffalo Lake?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Buffalo Lake have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Buffalo Lake, Minnesota, is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Buffalo Lake?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average temperature in October - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Buffalo Lake, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average wind speed in October - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in October
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average humidity in October - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average rainfall in October - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average snowfall in October - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Buffalo Lake, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average UV index in October - Buffalo Lake, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average visibility in October - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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