October weather forecast
Howard Lake, MN

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Howard Lake, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 40.1°F (4.5°C) and max 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Temperature

October's arrival witnesses a distinct temperature drop, receding from September's pleasant 71.1°F (21.7°C) to a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C). Throughout the nights in October, Howard Lake experiences an average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 72%.

Rainfall

In Howard Lake, in October, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Howard Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109 days and collects up to 14.84" (377mm) 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 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.2 snowfall days, and 12.48" (317mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

In Howard Lake, 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 Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Howard Lake, records 54.9°F (12.7°C), while the low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Howard Lake, Minnesota, during October, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length is 10h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Howard Lake, MN

Average temperature in October - Howard Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.9°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 (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Howard Lake, MN

Average pressure in October - Howard 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
Howard Lake, MN

Average wind speed in October - Howard Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in October
Howard Lake, MN

Average humidity in October - Howard Lake, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Howard Lake, MN

Average rainfall in October - Howard Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Howard Lake, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Howard Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Howard Lake, MN

Average snowfall in October - Howard Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Howard Lake, MN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Howard Lake, 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Howard Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Howard Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Howard Lake, MN

Average UV index in October - Howard 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
Howard Lake, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Howard Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Howard Lake, MN

Average visibility in October - Howard Lake, 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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