October weather forecast
Coon Rapids, MN

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Weather in October

Coon Rapids arrives at the heart of the fall season in October. As the colorful fall foliage proliferates, a chilly wrap slowly begins to envelop the city. There is a significant decrease in sunlight hours, suiting the Halloween spirit that commonly defines October. The slow return of cold weather doesn't affect the relative humidity levels much, keeping the air quite dry. Weather-wise, October entails an annunciation of the forthcoming frosty season.

Temperature

With the beginning of October, Coon Rapids's average high-temperature experiences a significant decrease, moving from an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C) in September to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). Coon Rapids observes an average nighttime temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) during October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 72%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Coon Rapids, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.2 days and collects up to 21.97" (558mm) 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 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.1 snowfall days, and 22.68" (576mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Coon Rapids, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Coon Rapids, the average sunshine in October is 5.2h.

UV index

In Coon Rapids, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

During October, Coon Rapids experiences an average high-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, in Coon Rapids, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Coon Rapids have in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Coon Rapids have in October?

In Coon Rapids, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Coon Rapids, MN

Average temperature in October - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Coon Rapids, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Coon Rapids, MN

Average wind speed in October - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Coon Rapids, MN

Average humidity in October - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Coon Rapids, MN

Average rainfall in October - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Coon Rapids, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Coon Rapids, MN

Average snowfall in October - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

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

Average snowfall days in October
Coon Rapids, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Coon Rapids, MN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Coon Rapids, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Coon Rapids, MN

Average UV index in October - Coon Rapids, 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
Coon Rapids, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Coon Rapids, MN

Average visibility in October - Coon Rapids, 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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