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
As Dakota transitions into October, the average high-temperature shows a marked reduction, decreasing from a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C) in September to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C). In the month of October, Dakota witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C).Humidity
October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In Dakota, in October, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137 rainfall days, and 27.01" (686mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Dakota are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 63.2 snowfall days, and 23.66" (601mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.1h.UV index
In Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during October morphs into the following directions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index reading in October?
Average temperature in October
Dakota, MN
- Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).
Average pressure in October
Dakota, MN
- Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Dakota, MN
- Average wind speed in October: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Dakota, MN
- Average humidity in October: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).
Average rainfall in October
Dakota, MN
- Average rainfall in October: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").
Average rainfall days in October
Dakota, MN
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).
Average snowfall in October
Dakota, MN
- Average snowfall in October: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Dakota, MN
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Dakota, MN
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- 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: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Dakota, MN
- Average sunshine days in October: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.4 days).
Average UV index in October
Dakota, MN
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Dakota, MN
- Average cloud cover in October: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in October
Dakota, MN
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
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