October weather forecast
Cottonwood, MN

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Cottonwood, Minnesota, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and an average low of 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

Cottonwood's October weather is characterized by a distinct downswing in high-temperatures, falling from September's agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C) to a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). In October, the average low-temperature is a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 67%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Cottonwood, in October, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cottonwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.2 days and collects up to 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.2 snowfall days, and 23.31" (592mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

In Cottonwood, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Cottonwood, 56.3°F (13.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 41.7°F (5.4°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Cottonwood?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In Cottonwood, in October, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Cottonwood?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Cottonwood?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cottonwood have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Cottonwood, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.7°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 (7.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Cottonwood, MN

Average pressure in October - Cottonwood, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Cottonwood, MN

Average wind speed in October - Cottonwood, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, April and November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Cottonwood, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in October
Cottonwood, MN

Average rainfall in October - Cottonwood, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Cottonwood, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Cottonwood, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Cottonwood, MN

Average snowfall in October - Cottonwood, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Cottonwood, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Cottonwood, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Cottonwood, MN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cottonwood, 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 4min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Cottonwood, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Cottonwood, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).

Average UV index in October
Cottonwood, MN

Average UV index in October - Cottonwood, MN
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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
Cottonwood, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Cottonwood, MN

Average visibility in October - Cottonwood, 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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