October weather forecast
Garden City, MN

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Garden City, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 57°F (13.9°C).

Temperature

October's onset witnesses a marked shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C) in September to a mild 57°F (13.9°C). During the month of October, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are May and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Garden City, in October, during 7.1 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Garden City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.8 days and collects up to 10.28" (261mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Garden City, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.4 days and aggregates up to 8.5" (216mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Garden City, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In Garden City, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October leads to these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Garden City in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Garden City, is 57°F (13.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 41.9°F (5.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

May and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Garden City, the average relative humidity in October is 69%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Garden City, during October, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Garden City?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Garden City, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Garden City have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Garden City is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in October in Garden City?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Garden City, MN

Average temperature in October - Garden City, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 57°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 (21.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Garden City, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Garden City, MN

Average wind speed in October - Garden City, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Garden City, MN

Average humidity in October - Garden City, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

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

Average rainfall in October
Garden City, MN

Average rainfall in October - Garden City, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in October
Garden City, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Garden City, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Garden City, MN

Average snowfall in October - Garden City, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Garden City, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Garden City, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Garden City, MN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Garden City, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Garden City, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Garden City, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Garden City, MN

Average UV index in October - Garden City, 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
Garden City, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Garden City, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Garden City, MN

Average visibility in October - Garden City, 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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